Media Literacy for Strengthening the Public Sphere. Case: Students at Universities in Mexico

Resumen

The public sphere, understood as a symbolic social space where citizens deliberate on matters of common interest, is essential to articulate the relationship between civil society and the state. Its construction requires guaranteeing rights such as freedom of expression and access to information, which are crucial for ensuring the quality of public debate. With the rise of digital media, citizens not only consume content but also produce and disseminate it; however, this does not necessarily mean they have critical skills in the face of disinformation. This article presents the results of a quantitative study with university students in Mexico City, which reveals a preference for consulting information through digital media and highlights the need to promote digital media literacy as a strategy to strengthen the public sphere.