European Schoolnet launches a new perspective paper, highlighting the importance of playful learning as an innovative approach in modern education. The paper "Playful Learning in the Age of Datafication and Digitalisation" explores how playful learning can counterbalance the increasing pressures of digitalisation in schools.
Evidence for Innovation
On 5th October, the global education community celebrated World Teachers' Day, a moment dedicated to recognising the indispensable role teachers play in shaping the future of learning. This annual event not only pays tribute to educators but also calls attention to the need for urgent educational reforms. This year's theme, "Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education," emphasises the importance of amplifying the voices of teachers, who face significant systemic issues like staffing shortages, worsening working conditions, and limited participation in decision-making processes.
Professional Development
In the latest episode of European Schoolnet podcast series, we explore the relationship between the educational technology (EdTech) industry and school ecosystems, highlighting the critical themes of trust and evidence in the EdTech sector.
STEM Education
In celebration of the European Day of Languages on September 26th, European Schoolnet joins millions across Europe in recognising the importance of linguistic diversity and language learning.
Evidence for Innovation
As the debate over screen time intensifies, European governments are implementing measures to tackle smartphone use in schools. Recent initiatives, such as Ireland's new smartphone bans in schools underscore the urgency of addressing the impact of digital devices on students' well-being and academic performance.
Evidence for Innovation
The Spanish Ministry of Education, Vocational Education and Training (VET), and Sport has recently released the "Guide on the Use of AI in Education." This guide serves as a crucial tool for the ethical and effective integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the educational sector.
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European Schoolnet has long been at the forefront of initiatives aimed at ensuring a safe and empowering online environment for young people. While the well-known Better Internet for Kids (BIK)initiative has been instrumental in promoting online safety across Europe, European Schoolnet is now spearheading another critical project: menABLE, specifically designed to tackle the pressing issue of gender-based violence (GBV) in the digital space.
Digital Citizenship
We are delighted to invite all interested teachers and educators to participate in the first evaluation of the European strategy for a better internet for kids+ (BIK+ strategy)! Your invaluable experience and insights are crucial as we assess the progress and success of BIK+ across the EU and identify emerging issues, developments, and areas of improvement.
Digital Citizenship
We are delighted to invite all interested parents and caretakers to take part in the first evaluation of the European strategy for a better internet for kids+ (BIK+ strategy). Your invaluable experience and insights are crucial as we assess the progress and success of BIK+ across the EU and identify emerging issues, developments, and areas of improvement.
Digital Citizenship
The Media Literacy Champion Training of Trainers Course took place from 26-28 June 2024 in Brussels bringing together more over 20 teachers from all over Europe.
Digital Citizenship
