On the 10th of October 2022, the European Commission launched its Guidelines for teachers and educators on tackling disinformation and promoting digital literacy through education and training. During the launch, the EU Commissioner for Education highlighted the need to strengthen education and training and provide teachers with the skills and competences to teach digital literacy and inform on disinformation. She noted that the Guidelines 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. She highlighted that 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 are a key deliverable of the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027) and were developed with the support of a dedicated Commission Expert Group which was co-led by EAC and CNECT. The Guidelines were launched in EN/FR/DE/BG with all other EU languages to be launched in the second half of November. The Guidelines are accompanied by a final report focusing on teacher and educator needs and effective approaches across Member States and the wider international community when addressing disinformation through education and training.
The Guidelines, factsheet, infographic, report and video can be found here.
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