Media Literacy: Secure Screen Pt.1
Over the course of the SecureScreen project, participants dove into interactive learning and collaboration. The agenda included workshops covering cybersecurity fundamentals, media literacy, and digital safety strategies, along with hands-on exercises like fact-checking techniques, case studies, and methods for identifying and countering misinformation. Participants explored online safety challenges, shared best practices, and visited the European Parliament in Luxembourg for a simulation to gain practical insight into EU legislative processes and democratic decision-making.
Location
Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg
Duration
January 15–23, 2025
Focus Areas
Media literacy, digital citizenship, cybersecurity, online safety, EU decision-making
Funding Program
Erasmus+, Annefore
Key Activities
Interactive workshops, hands-on cybersecurity exercises, EU Parliament simulation, teamwork exercises
Key Activities & Learning
Workshops on Cybersecurity and Media Literacy
Interactive sessions on digital safety strategies, fact-checking, and countering online misinformation.
Media Literacy Sessions
Sessions covered media literacy, digital citizenship, media hunt, and media recycling to enhance digital understanding.
EU Parliament Simulation
Participants experienced legislative processes and democratic decision-making through role-playing in the European Parliament in Luxembourg.
Networking and Collaboration:
Team-building exercises fostering professional connections and knowledge exchange among youth workers, educators, and digital content creators.
Project Outcomes & Impact
Improved Digital Literacy and Cybersecurity Awareness
Participants gained practical knowledge to navigate online threats and recognize misinformation.
Practical Application in Local Communities
Participants conducted workshops locally, multiplying the project’s impact and raising awareness of online safety among youth.
Increased Understanding of EU Processes
Gained insights into democratic decision-making and legislative procedures through simulation.
Enhanced Professional Connections
Strengthened networks among participants to encourage future collaboration on digital education initiatives.
