Certified Professional in Media Literacy through Virtual Worlds
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be talking with Laura, an expert in media literacy and virtual worlds. Laura, could you briefly introduce the course "Certified Professional in Media Literacy through Virtual Worlds"? GUEST: Absolutely! This course is designed to help educators, librarians, and youth workers develop critical thinking and responsible digital citizenship within immersive environments. We cover analyzing virtual world content, identifying misinformation, and promoting online safety. HOST: That sounds fascinating. Could you share any personal experiences or insights related to teaching media literacy in virtual worlds? GUEST: Certainly. I've seen firsthand how powerful virtual worlds can be in engaging students and promoting critical thinking. However, it's also crucial to address the challenges, like identifying misinformation and ensuring online safety. HOST: Speaking of challenges, what do you think are the biggest obstacles in promoting media literacy in virtual worlds today? GUEST: The rapid pace of technological change and the constant emergence of new platforms can make it hard for educators to stay up-to-date. We aim to provide them with the skills to adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape. HOST: That's a great point. Looking to the future, how do you see the role of media literacy in virtual worlds evolving? GUEST: As we move towards more immersive technologies like the metaverse, media literacy will become even more critical. Our goal is to empower educators to lead the way in promoting responsible technology use. HOST: Laura, thank you so much for sharing your insights with us today. It's clear that the "Certified Professional in Media Literacy through Virtual Worlds" course is both timely and essential for educators in today's digital age. GUEST: My pleasure! It's an exciting time to be working in this field, and I'm looking forward to seeing the positive impact this course can have on educators and young people alike.
