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Critical literacies pedagogy helps learners move beyond simple comprehension toward deeper understanding of how communication influences society. In an age of digital media and information overload, the ability to critically evaluate texts and media messages has become an essential literacy skill for responsible citizenship and informed participation in public life.

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Media Bias Analysis as an Example of Critical Literacies Pedagogy