A new course teaching adolescents to think critically about social media and AI is drawing attention as schools and teacher‑training programs confront digital literacy gaps. The class blends media literacy, privacy practices and defensive tech skills to help young people recognize manipulation, misinformation and AI‑driven content. Education faculties and K‑12 leaders are watching the curriculum as a potential model for teacher preparation, student support services and cross‑institution collaborations to mitigate online harms and improve student well‑being.