🗳 The 2024 year of #elections presents unprecedented challenges: the sheer amount of #information available online paired with #AIgeneratedcontent makes it increasingly difficult to discern fact from fiction.

🔦 With less than a month to go until the #EuropeanParliamentelections, learn more about the importance of digital and #medialiteracy skills to navigate the #onlineinformation landscape 🔽

https://epale.ec.europa.eu/en/blog/media-literacy-and-run-european-elections

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Media Literacy and the run up to the European Elections - EPALE - European Commission

Media Literacy and the run up to the European Elections

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In an era when proactiveness against #disinformation is imperative, the FERMI Community Resilience and Socioeconomic Watch epitomises a proactive approach towards bolstering the resilience of European Union communities.

Learn more in the #FermiEU article by João Varela da Costa 🔽
https://fighting-fake-news.eu/articles/fermi-community-resilience-and-socioeconomic-watch

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FERMI Community Resilience and Socioeconomic Watch

In an era defined by the pervasive influence of social media and the expansive realm of cyberspace, the proliferation of online disinformation has emerged as a critical concern. The ramifications extend far beyond disinformation, encompassing the facilitation of crime-related activities that pose significant threats to societal well-being and security. The FERMI Community Resilience and Socioeconomic Watch epitomises a proactive approach towards bolstering resilience and mitigating digital risks.

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🗳 More than 2 billion people globally will be participating in the democratic process in 2024. In what is a record-breaking year for elections, trust in news is low and further declining, while concerns over disinformation grow.

🚀 This article by the World Economic Forum suggests that rebuilding trust requires taking collective action across a broad range of levers ▶️ https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/10/news-media-literacy-trust-ai/

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#Teachers! How does the EU empower educators to teach #digitalliteracy?

🚀 The "Guidelines for teachers and educators on tackling #disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training" provide hands-on guidance! ➡️ https://op.europa.eu/en/publication-detail/-/publication/a224c235-4843-11ed-92ed-01aa75ed71a1/language-en

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Guidelines for teachers and educators on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training - Publications Office of the EU

The Guidelines for teachers and educators on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education provide hands-on guidance for teachers and educators, including practical tips, activity plans, insights on topics and cautionary notes grounded in what works as concerns digital literacy and education and training. They are a key initiative of the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027 of the European Commission and were informed by a dedicated Commission Expert Group. The Guidelines aim to generate a broader understanding of digital literacy achieved through education and training, to promote responsible and safe use of digital technologies, and to foster a better public awareness and knowledge regarding disinformation. The Guidelines provide pedagogical expertise on strengthening the critical thinking skills of our young people in view of fostering their resilience in the digital world. Likewise building trust in the classroom and creating a safe space for students and teachers to discuss sensitive issues are also explored. The Guidelines are intended for primary and school teachers/educators in different subjects and with different levels of experience and knowledge in the field.

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🚀The @EUCouncil recommendations on the key factors for successful digital education and training enable learners to thrive in today’s digital world.

👀 Learn more of their importance in educational initiatives against disinformation ➡️ https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2023/11/23/digital-skills-and-competences-and-successful-digital-education-and-training-fit-for-the-digital-era/

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The Code of Practice on Disinformation, introduced in 2018 and further strengthened in 2022, contains 44 commitments and 128 specific measures to guide action against disinformation.

You can learn more about the Code here ➡️ https://disinfocode.eu/introduction-to-the-code/

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Introduction to the Code - Transparency Centre

Learn about the Code of Practice on Disinformation, a self-regulatory tool for combatting disinformation. Updated in 2022 by 34 industry signatories to meet European Commission's Guidance.

Transparency Centre

In the aftermath of their most recent presidential #elections, the capital cities of the United States and Brazil were subject to violent #insurrections. Against this backdrop, it is more important than ever to equip law-enforcement agencies with the proper tools to investigate and counter crimes fuelled by #disinformation on- and offline, a central goal in #FermiEU's mission.

🚀 Read more about it in this article ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dQmHa4ui

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In June 2024, the #EUelections will take place. Join #FermiAgainstElectionDisinfo, a new campaign mapping policies, educational #initiatives and good practices in the fight against election-related #disinformation that can lead to civil unrest.

🔹 Follow #FermiEU to learn more!

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