Бастауыш сынып оқушыларының медиасауаттылығын зерттеу: ақпаратты қабылдау, цифрлық қауіпсіздік және медиамен жұмыс

Abstract

This article presents the results of an empirical study on the level of media literacy among third-grade students in general education schools. The purpose of the study was to diagnose the level of media literacy formation in primary school students and to identify correlations between its main components. The study involved 115 students aged 8 to 9 years. The diagnostic tool was a 15-item author-developed questionnaire grouped into three components. The reliability of the instrument was confirmed using Cronbach’s alpha (α = 0.805). Statistical analysis included descriptive indicators, Student's t-test, and Pearson correlation analysis. The results showed that the majority of students demonstrated a high level of media literacy (89%), particularly in the areas of digital safety and media engagement. However, the level of critical information perception was comparatively lower. Positive correlations were found among all components, confirming their interdependence. The findings emphasize the importance of early diagnosis of media literacy and the need for pedagogical support in developing critical thinking among primary school students.