"This crash course gave me the basic tools to see media in a new way and to understand media as something we must learn to manage, because, for better or worse, it's an increasingly important part of our modern lives."
– Steve Paskay, TV Producer/Writer, Shilingi Productions

"As a classroom Visual Arts teacher, I enjoyed learning about exercises I could utilize with my students and teacher resources available through the Center."
– Julie Tonkovich, Visual Arts Teacher, California High School

"Anyone in education should take the crash course in media literacy - principals, teachers, parents, librarians. Media literacy should be an integral part of the curriculum at all levels."
– Mary Noordhoff, Canoga Park High School

"I can think of few things more important to our collective future than filling it with children who understand how to process the media ocean surrounding us. There are no better resources for that mission than those provided by the CML."
– John Boiney

"I think this is wonderful work you are doing, and the atmosphere of non-judgment is unexpected and fosters a lot of open minded discussion. By not villianizing the media, you leave room in the environment of learning to develop awareness without the distraction of a hostile or adversarial tone."
– Juliet Funt, High School Teacher

"When I became Mass Media Chairperson with the California State PTA, it was recommended that I attend the CML's "Crash Course." The valuable information I received from the course was extremely rewarding. I often refer PTA members to the Center and recommend their participation. I will continue to utilize the Center's resources in the expansion of my media knowledge and encourage others to become involved as well."
– Kay Trotter, California State PTA

"The leader did an excellent job sharing the history, philosophy, basic principles, and practical ideas relating to media literacy. The "Crash Course" is extremely beneficial to educators.
– Matt Risk, 5th Grade Teacher, American Martyrs School

"The short video illustrations were right to the point and the materials will give me a lot to start with. . . Thank you for doing this important work!"
– Dorien Grunbaum, Teacher/Professor, Los Angeles Trade Tech College

"Great course! Very illuminating. It gave me a good perspective on the whole field of media literacy in a very short period of time. Well worth the time I invested."
– Christine Eberhardt

"I'm really looking forward to integrating my 5th grade curriculum with Media Literacy. I think 5th grade is a great age to heighten kids' awareness to the media messages that surround them daily. I believe that heightened awareness will result in discernment."
– Martha Schuur

"A valuable workshop - I'd recommend that all instructors integrate at least some of the lessons learned into their classroom curriculum."
– Ken Lee, West Los Angeles College