The Internet poses a variety of risks at both the individual and societal levels including
scams and the spread of misinformation. Older adults are especially vulnerable to many of
these risks. This paper argues that one important strategy for combating such threats is
through digital media literacy education. Although a good deal of research on digital media
literacy for children exists, very little research exists on effective digital media literacy
instructional interventions for adult populations. Specific directions for future research are …