The Media and Information Literacy (MIL) guide provides trainers with background information, ideas, methodology and practical exercises for training. Literacy is the ability to read and write. Media and Information Literacy (MIL) is the ability to understand how the media works and how it can be used to participate in public debate. MIL includes social media such as Facebook as well as traditional media such as books, newspapers, radio and television. This practical guide provides MIL trainers with background information, ideas, methodology and practical exercises for training.