Promoting New Media Literacy on Youth Usage of the Internet: A Conceptual Paper

Abstract

The rapid progress of Internet technology has profoundly influenced multiple aspects of life. The proliferation of the Internet has sparked worries over its ethical use and ensuing repercussions, particularly among youths in Malaysia. Suicide, fraud, harassment, and Internet scams underscore the potential dangers. The study aims to enhance theoretical understanding of the topic by emphasizing the significance of promoting new media literacy in the context of Internet usage. The study uses quantitative methodology, entailing surveys on youths aged 18 to 30 living in Shah Alam, Selangor. The findings are expected to contribute to the theoretical knowledge of the importance of promoting new media literacy while using the Internet.