Our key objectives were to equip students with skills to analyze information sources, understand media messages, and make informed decisions in areas like citizenship, human rights, and digital content creation. We aimed to reinforce critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, ICT, and communication skills, helping students become more socially aware and open-minded. Recognizing the dominance of virtual life, we wanted to teach students how to identify real information needs, filter content responsibly, and create quality media. Additionally, we wanted them to act as active citizens by addressing underrepresented topics and fostering intercultural dialogue. To build digitally ready and resilient schools, we focused on teacher development, enhancing their ICT, language, and mentoring skills through innovative methodologies. Our 35 workshops, led by teachers and local professionals, aimed to promote common values and community engagement. Key project results include "The Media and Information Literacy Handbook for Teachers" with 20 learning scenarios and a MOOC for students, ensuring accessibility for diverse learners. We also created an eTwinning/Twinspace platform to share our work within the EU educational community.
We applied for this project to address the growing impact of online disinformation on young people, influencing their decisions on health, democracy, and social issues. The rapid spread of misinformation, especially via digital media, highlights the urgent need for media and information literacy in schools. Our goal was to equip students with critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, teamwork, ICT, and communication skills to navigate digital content responsibly. Aligned with the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) and the Media Services Directive (AVMSD), our project supported digital transformation in schools and the fight against harmful content. While EU countries implement these policies, change is still slow, making it essential for schools to take proactive steps. By integrating media literacy into our curricula, we wanted to foster socially aware, open-minded individuals and empower teachers to drive these changes. As our project results will be available online, we hope to support lifelong learning for a wider audience.