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Eco-Media Literacy in The Digital Age: Navigating Misinformation And Assessing Environmental Content

Authors
Farahila Babayeva-Shukurova1, *, Mehmet Karanfiloğlu Halil2, Göztaş Aylin3
1ANAS Caucasus Studies Institute, Baku, Azerbaijan
2Ibn Haldun University, School of Communication, New Media and Communication, Istanbul, Turkey
3Ege University, Communication Faculty, Public Relations and Publicity, Bornova, Izmir, Turkey
*Corresponding author. Email: fereh_7@mail.ru
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Farahila Babayeva-Shukurova
Available Online 29 September 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-468-6_21How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Eco-media literacy; Environmental misinformation; Digital platforms; Climate change communication; Sustainable behaviors
Abstract

In the digital age, eco-media literacy is critical for addressing the challenges posed by the overwhelming volume of environmental information and the prevalence of misinformation online. This article explores how eco-media literacy, which combines environmental awareness with digital media skills, enables individuals to critically evaluate environmental content on digital platforms. The study highlights the role of social media in shaping public perceptions of climate change, deforestation, and pollution, while also analyzing the spread of misinformation. By examining the framing techniques of mainstream and alternative media, the research underscores the importance of fostering eco-media literacy to combat misinformation and promote sustainable behaviors. Furthermore, the article offers insights into how educational institutions can integrate eco-media literacy into curricula to enhance students’ critical thinking skills and engagement with environmental issues. This study provides practical recommendations for educators and policymakers to develop strategies that empower individuals to navigate the complex landscape of environmental information.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the Contribution of Culture to Ecological Sustainability (CCES 2024)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
29 September 2025
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978-2-38476-468-6
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2352-5398
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-468-6_21How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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Open Access This chapter is licensed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/), which permits any noncommercial use, sharing, adaptation, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, as long as you give appropriate credit to the original author(s) and the source, provide a link to the Creative Commons license and indicate if changes were made.

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