{"id":32673,"date":"2024-06-03T19:51:23","date_gmt":"2024-06-03T17:51:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/media-and-learning.eu\/?p=32673"},"modified":"2024-06-03T19:54:00","modified_gmt":"2024-06-03T17:54:00","slug":"digital-media-literacy-in-edmo-special-european-elections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/media-and-learning.eu\/subject\/media-literacy\/digital-media-literacy-in-edmo-special-european-elections\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital Media Literacy in EDMO: Special European Elections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This Special Edition of ‘Digital Media Literacy in EDMO’ concentrates on the European Parliament Elections and the media literacy initiatives undertaken by the EDMO Hubs related to this election.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#BeElectionSmart<\/strong> is an EU-wide EDMO campaign to support citizens in finding reliable election information and recognising false or manipulative content ahead of the 2024 European Parliament Elections. Each Monday from 29 April to 3 June 2024, a new message along with practical tips has been published on the websites and social media accounts of all 14 EDMO Hubs, covering all EU member states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information, visit<\/strong>: https:\/\/edmo.eu\/thematic-areas\/european-elections<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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BELUX & the EDUbox trio prepares young people for European elections<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

As the June 2024 European elections draw near, the EDUmake project has unveiled the innovative EDUbox Politics series, designed to equip citizens, especially young voters aged 16-18, with essential knowledge and skills for democratic engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This trio of resources on Politics, Persuasion, and Ideology<\/a> guides learners through political decision-making, explores persuasion techniques, and encourages critical reflection on ideals and visions. These free teaching materials feature a user-friendly interface and high-quality content, currently available in English and Dutch (two versions, one tailored for the Belgian context and one for the Dutch context) and Croatian. EDUbox is suitable for both formal educational settings and informal learning environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Immerse your students in the world of elections with our interactive lesson packages on different political themes.<\/strong><\/p>\nAbout EDUbox – #elections24<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about these EDUboxes here<\/a> and join us in shaping the future of democracy! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Stay sharp during elections with BECID!<\/em> How cognitive biases and media influence our decisions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In this public YouTube Live webinar organised by SALTO Participation & Information, BECID<\/strong> team members explored the vulnerabilities that lie in each and every one of us \u2013 our flawed perceptions of the world. Cognitive biases are used against us in information manipulation activities, such as propaganda and strategic disinformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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