Critical Media Literacy and Utilization of New Trends Teaching Strategies of Public Elementary School Teachers

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the significant relationship between critical media literacy for teachers and the utilization of new trends in teaching strategies. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed, with a sample of 109 teachers from public schools in Manay South District, Division of Davao Oriental. Data were gathered through standardized questionnaires distributed via face-to-face surveys. The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation (SD), Pearson product-moment correlation, and multiple linear regression analyses. The findings indicated that both critical media literacy for teachers and the utilization of new trends in teaching strategies were very extensive. Correlation analysis revealed a significant relationship between these variables (r=0.62; p=0.000).  Additionally, the study found that critical media literacy for teachers significantly influenced the use of new teaching strategies (r=0.64; p=0.000). It is recommended that school administrators may focus on enhancing teachers' media literacy skills and their ability to incorporate modern teaching strategies. Providing professional development opportunities in these areas will enable teachers to better engage with media and apply innovative teaching techniques, improving overall teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.