New classroom offerings are training adolescents and college undergraduates to evaluate social media, detect misinformation, and use AI tools responsibly—courses that blend media literacy with technical skills are proliferating as educators respond to a digital‑native generation. The reporting highlights instructors designing age‑appropriate modules on attention, privacy, and critical consumption of algorithmic content. Universities and colleges that oversee teacher‑preparation programs and first‑year curricula stand to play a central role in scaling these efforts. Faculty in communications, education, computer science and student affairs are piloting interdisciplinary classes and co‑curricular workshops that teach students defensive and productive habits around social media and generative AI. For higher education, the trend points to demand for cross‑listed courses, expanded digital‑literacy credentials, and partnerships with K‑12 systems to align competencies that incoming students increasingly need.