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California Students to Learn Media Literacy Skills Under New Law

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California Students to Learn Media Literacy Skills Under New Law
California Gov. Gavin Newsom talks with 7th grade students at James Denman Middle School in San Francisco on Oct. 1, 2021. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
Micaela Ricaforte
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California students will learn media literacy skills in school beginning January 2024, after a bill was signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom last month.

The new law aims to help elementary to high school students develop critical thinking skills regarding online and other information.

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Micaela Ricaforte
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Micaela Ricaforte covers education in Southern California for The Epoch Times. In addition to writing, she is passionate about music, books, and coffee.
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