Open class on media literacy demonstrates the practice of responsible information handling

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, an open practical class on the Media Literacy discipline was held for fourth-year students of the Journalism educational program. The session, titled "Digital culture and the specifics of information perception in the new media reality," was conducted by G.V. Kovtun, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Journalism and Media Arts.

The practicum commenced with an analytical quiz, where students evaluated and justified statements regarding the verification of information sources, interview editing, survey result analysis, and content perception on social networks. The main part of the class was dedicated to working on an educational case study. Grouped into mock media mini-newsrooms, students analyzed a professional scenario and developed a consolidated editorial decision. They were tasked with delegating responsibilities, establishing an algorithm for information verification and audience communication, and subsequently justifying their chosen strategy while accounting for potential risks.

During the evaluation of team decisions, criteria such as argumentation validity, the specificity of verification actions, and risk mitigation strategies were considered. Working with the case study allowed participants to integrate issues of digital identity and professional reputation into the everyday tasks of a modern journalist.