
Deadline:
March 15, 2025
Program Starts: May 25, 2025
Program Ends: June 03, 2025
Location(s)
Czech Republic
Overview
Details
This training course supports educators and facilitators in gaining essential media and information literacy knowledge, tools and methodologies to empower themselves and their target groups.
In this training, media and information literacy means equipping yourself and others to critically analyze media content, counter the spread of false information, and adapt to the challenges of the ever-evolving digital environment. It emphasizes practical, non-formal learning methods and the creation of innovative educational resources while fostering connections with like-minded educators across Europe.
Objectives
- Learn to critically evaluate media, identify disinformation, and understand evolving media trends.
- Gain practical skills to teach media literacy using innovative, game-based, and non-formal methods.
- Develop tools and resources to enhance media literacy education in your local community and beyond.
- Connect with a diverse group of educators to exchange best practices and collaborate on MIL-focused initiatives.
Competences you will develop
Through this training, you will:
- Strengthen your ability to critically analyze media and foster this skill in others.
- Design and facilitate engaging, non-formal MIL activities.
- Learn to create and adapt educational resources for diverse learning environments.
- Collaborate with other educators to build a sustainable network for sharing resources and experiences.
Educational approach
Our approach is rooted in non-formal education principles, promoting active participation, self-reflection, peer learning and shared experiences. The training will be a supportive and inclusive environment where you’ll feel empowered to explore MIL topics creatively and collaboratively.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Who can participate?
This training is for you if:
- You are involved in or planning to run MIL-focused educational activities within your organization.
- You have some experience in youth work, education, or training and are eager to develop your competences in MIL.
- You are motivated to share your knowledge and integrate what you learn into your practice.
- You value peer learning and want to connect with a network of MIL educators.
- Are a resident of Czechia, Germany, Estonia, Spain, Latvia, Slovakia or Romania.
Dates
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Program starts:
May 25, 2025
Program ends:
June 03, 2025
Cost/funding for participants
Costs
Participation fee
We ask for a 35 EUR participation fee. In case the fee would pose a barrier to your participation, let us know in your application. There is a possibility to reduce or even waive the fee.
Accommodation and food
The accommodation and food (breakfast, lunch, dinner and 2 coffee breaks every day) are covered thanks to Erasmus+ grant.
Travel reimbursement
Travel costs will be reimbursed up to the following maximum amounts:
- Czech Republic: 56 EUR
- Slovakia: 211 EUR
- Germany, Romania, Latvia, Estonia: 309 EUR (Green travel: 417 EUR)
- Spain: between 309 and 580 EUR based on your distance band
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