A significant percentage of young people, particularly teens, spend considerable time online, contributing to mental health challenges and difficulties in distinguishing various types of information. A majority of college students feel confident about their media literacy but perceive their peers' skills as lower. Many students are worried about misinformation among their classmates, highlighting a need for better educational resources. Colleges can enhance digital literacy through targeted programs, but currently, many do not offer necessary support, indicating a gap in addressing these educational needs.
The majority of students express concern about misinformation and consider their college peers' media literacy lacking, despite rating their own literacy positively.
Colleges and universities are underprepared to address digital literacy needs, with only 35% of students advocating for the creation of relevant resources.
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