Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island

OCT. 21 - 25

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This year marks the 10th annual U.S. Media Literacy Week hosted by the National Association for Media Literacy Education. Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio, in collaboration with the Media Education Lab, are excited to co-present Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island! Check here regularly to find the most updated collection of resources and events to support participation in the Ocean State.

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Public Media School Visits

Public Media professionals at Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio are available to visit high school classrooms throughout the week!

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Local Media Literacy Resources

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