The main objectives of the Digital Wellbeing project were to promote the conscious and responsible use of digital technologies in education and everyday life. We aimed to strengthen the digital competences of both teachers and students by introducing and practicing new Web 2.0 tools that support creative, collaborative and student-centred learning. Another key goal was to increase awareness of digital safety, cyberbullying prevention and the importance of maintaining mental and physical health in the digital age. Through joint activities and exchanges, students learned to use technology for communication, learning and creativity in a balanced way, while teachers gained confidence in integrating digital wellbeing into their lessons. Moreover, we wanted to promote inclusion by ensuring that students with fewer opportunities could participate equally. Across all partner schools, we sought to build a sustainable European network that supports digital literacy, intercultural understanding and environmentally responsible digital behaviour.
The motivation to participate in the project Digital Wellbeing emerged from the growing importance of digital competences in everyday school life. Surveys among teachers and students in all partner schools showed that digital tools are often used for social purposes but still not sufficiently for educational ones. This gap made it necessary to strengthen digital skills, promote responsible online behaviour and create awareness for mental and physical health when using digital media. During and after the pandemic, the need for safe and balanced use of digital technologies became even more visible, as cases of online bullying and screen-time-related stress increased. Our school therefore aimed to develop strategies to improve digital literacy for both teachers and students, to foster creativity, cooperation and critical thinking, and to include students with fewer opportunities. Together with our European partners, we wanted to exchange good practices, explore innovative digital tools and contribute to a healthier and more reflective use of technology in education.