When I think about new media and literacy, I realize how much reading, researching, and writing have changed over time. In J. D. Applen’s discussion, literacy is not just about books anymore. It includes digital spaces like social media, websites, and videos. This made me reflect on how often I learn things without even noticing, just by scrolling or watching content online. It feels natural now, but it’s very different from traditional reading. I grew up thinking literacy meant reading a textbook, but now it feels like it includes so many more skills.
Learning in a Digital World
New media allows us to interact with information instead of just receiving it. We comment, share, and create our own content. This makes literacy more active and personal. I notice that I understand things better when I engage with them, like watching a video and then reading comments or discussions about it. It also helps me see different perspectives. Sometimes I even learn more from a short video than a long reading, which shows how much learning has changed.
Personal Reflection
For me, new media and literacy connect to my everyday life as a student. I use online tools, videos, and articles to help me understand topics better. It also makes learning more flexible and accessible. At the same time, it reminds me to think carefully about what I read and trust online. I have learned that being literate today also means knowing how to question information and decide what is reliable.
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