DOTS 3 – Living & Learning in a Connected World

DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITY

The emphasis of this project is on Digital Competences and Media Literacy which are closely related, and both draw on the same core skill of Critical Thinking. 

AIM AND METHODOLOGY

This training course aims to support the competence development of youth workers/trainers/leaders in the field of digital and media literacy. Media Literacy focuses on teaching youth workers/trainers/leaders to be critically engaged consumers of media, while Digital Competence is more about enabling this target group to participate in digital media in wise, safe, and ethical ways. The course will provide interactive sessions using non-formal and informal education methods, helping the participants develop their critical thinking and enhance their employment opportunities.

Main aims:

Quality employment of young people

Empowerment of young people through competence development

Digital literacy & critical thinking

Equal access to youth organizations & EU youth programs

We are looking for participants who are:

-active youth workers, youth trainers, youth leaders, or volunteers;

-fluent in English;

-motivated to develop their knowledge and skills and to share their experiences with others;

-open to other cultures and willing to work on their knowledge, skills, and attitudes;

-committed to attending for the full duration of the course;

-involved in their organization with an active role;

-willing to disseminate what they would acquire in the training.

Three dimensions in which our training will impact the participants:

KEEPING UP WITH THE DIGITALISATION OF SOCIETY PLANNING, DESIGNING, AND EVALUATING DIGITAL YOUTH WORK

YOUTH WORK COMPETENCES

Information and data literacy

Communication                                                                                                                                          Digital creativity                                                                                                                                            Safety                                                                                                                                                              Reflection and evaluation

The last date to apply is April 9th!