Volume V Special Issue I January 2025

Name of Author : Dr Ruchi Goswami

Title of the paper : Equipping Future Storytellers The Importance of Proficient Language in Media Teaching A Study of Jaipur

Abstract: In todays dynamic media landscape, language proficiency is a crucial skill that enables future storytellers to create narratives that are ethically grounded and culturally resonant with diverse audiences. Research indicates that language plays a central role in media literacy, where the ability to interpret linguistic and cultural nuances enhances a students capacity to critically analyze media texts Kellner Share, 2007. This paper delves into the importance of proficient language in media education, highlighting its role in fostering media literacy, narrative analysis, and socially responsible content creation. Strong language skills equip students to navigate complex media concepts, interpret linguistic subtleties, and appreciate cultural nuances that shape how stories are both crafted and received Thoman Jolls, 2005. Language-focused teaching strategies allow educators to guide students in understanding how language influences narrative structure, framing, and audience perception. In an interdisciplinary, multicultural educational context, linguistic awareness and cultural sensitivity help students create content with a global perspective Alvermann Hagood, 2000. Proficient language skills also empower students to question stereotypes and construct socially responsible narratives, providing them with the tools to address complex social issues within media contexts. This study examines effective teaching practices that incorporate language proficiency into media curricula, drawing from case studies that reveal improvements in students analytical skills, cultural awareness, and narrative abilities Potter, 2013. By centering language in media education, this research supports educators in developing media professionals who are critically conscious and skilled in ethical storytelling. Such an approach is essential in building a media landscape that values authenticity, empathy, and a global perspective.

Keywords : Media Literacy, Language Proficiency, Storytelling, Media Education, Ethical Content Creation

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Page Number : 27-35