Libraries supporting media and information literacy for young people. Part 1: early childhood focus.

The NSLA symposium "Libraries supporting media and information literacy for young people" provided valuable insights into the unique role libraries can play in fostering media and information literacy for young people - skills that are more critical than ever in today's complex information landscape. Libraries have a growing opportunity to support the development of these skills by offering resources, guidance, and a safe space for exploration and learning.
The symposium specifically focused on how a guiding framework of attitude, awareness, ability, and access (the 4As) can be effectively implemented to empower young learners. It featured three one-hour sessions across three days, each focusing on a different stage of schooling: early childhood, Year K-6, and Year 7-12/13.
This video is Part 1 of the three-part series, with a specific focus on early childhood. Key topics discussed include:
Definitions and importance of media and information literacy
The role of libraries in fostering media and information literacy skills and dispositions
The 4As (attitude, awareness, ability, and access) framework, featuring examples from NSLA libraries
A Q&A session with the panel.
Thank you again to everyone who joined us and contributed to the discussion on how libraries can support media and information literacy for young people.