Module 03 – Freedom of Expression

Aims of the Module:

1. Examine the definitions, concepts and issues of Freedom of Expression (FOE)
2. Identify threats to FOE
3. Identify Conditions favorable for FOE
4. Identify the special role played by Media Citizens in the fast-changing new media era
5. Examine their part in monitoring, promoting and defending FOE

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this module, you should be able to:

1. Develop a definition of FOE and communicate it to peers
2. Pinpoint specific threats to FOE in the age of new media
3. Reflect and analyze the conditions of FOE in relation to Sri Lanka
4. Identify the role played by Media Citizens as a check and balance agent in monitoring, promoting and defending FOE
5. Outline and predict new forms of challenges faced by Media Citizens in the Web 4.0 and 5.0 era
6. Translate skills acquired in the module to identify one’s own role in FOE monitoring, promotion and protection.