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A Pressing Matter: 18th Century Media Literacy and Bias
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Fee:
Free.Location:
Hartwell Tavern BarnDates & Times
Date:
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Time:
2:00 PM
Duration:
1 hour
Type of Event
Living History
Talk
Description
“A Pressing Matter: 18th Century Media Literacy and Bias”
Media and information literacy are essential skills to develop in order to be an informed citizen, whether in the 21st or 18th century! In this discussion, we will analyze perspective, language, and bias in 18th century newspapers with a critical lens to learn how news was consumed in Colonial America with a focus on news surrounding the Boston Port Act of 1774.
Michele Gabrielson is a local history teacher and historic interpreter of the 18th century. When she is not teaching in the classroom, Michele can be found leading tours, lectures, and demonstrations at historic sites in the greater Boston area. She specializes in interpreting the history of colonial women printers, 18th century chocolate makers, and revolutionary playwright and poet Mercy Otis Warren.
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