After researching and exploring both the Acme Coalition and Media Literacy, reviewing both their goals and services, I found that the Center for Media Literacy provided more of what I was looking for. Upon viewing the mission goals and varying approaches of the two cites, the CML had a more honest, while less offensive approach to deciphering media. Saying that media should not be criticized, but analyzed.
The Acme Coalition is a fairly new source. Since it was only founded in 2001, it lacks the experience that the CML had. Whereas, CML was founded in 1977 and actually published a print magazine called Media&Values until 1994. They also stress that they are a nonprofit organization and receive more than 50% of its income via grants and donations from members. Acme fails to elaborate on these aspects and thus makes me skeptical of its origins and income.
However, the ethics rules for Acme were very fair and wholesome. Yet since it is foremost mentioned that the members "volunteer" to upload these guidelines again makes me feel a bit unsure of Acme's honesty.
While both seem to offer very helpful services and seminars devoted to studying and utilizing media properly, CML has a longer history and more accomplishments, including running a magazine for 17 years, feels like a more trustworthy source. Also displayed by who they tell the view who their leaders are, Acme hides that information.
Links:
"Acme Coalition
"Center for Media Literacy
The Acme Coalition is a fairly new source. Since it was only founded in 2001, it lacks the experience that the CML had. Whereas, CML was founded in 1977 and actually published a print magazine called Media&Values until 1994. They also stress that they are a nonprofit organization and receive more than 50% of its income via grants and donations from members. Acme fails to elaborate on these aspects and thus makes me skeptical of its origins and income.
However, the ethics rules for Acme were very fair and wholesome. Yet since it is foremost mentioned that the members "volunteer" to upload these guidelines again makes me feel a bit unsure of Acme's honesty.
While both seem to offer very helpful services and seminars devoted to studying and utilizing media properly, CML has a longer history and more accomplishments, including running a magazine for 17 years, feels like a more trustworthy source. Also displayed by who they tell the view who their leaders are, Acme hides that information.
Links:
"Acme Coalition
"Center for Media Literacy
