VALUES AND VIRTUES IN A TECH-DRIVEN WORLD
2023-2-BE02-KA210-SCH-000170998
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Project Summary:
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"Values and Virtues in a Tech-Driven World" project is a comprehensive initiative that addresses significant concerns about the impact of social media on teenagers. The project's objectives, outcomes, and alignment with Erasmus program priorities showcase a well-structured approach aimed at promoting common values, digital safety, inclusion, and media literacy.
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Objectives:
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To Investigate Social Media's Impact: Researching the influence of social media on teenagers' values and beliefs is crucial to understanding the digital world's effect on their development. By delving into how social media shapes their perceptions, you can provide data-driven insights.
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To Explore Perception of Right and Wrong: Social media can influence ethical and moral principles, making it important to study how it shapes young people’s understanding of these concepts.
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To Promote Common Values: Fostering common values encourages ethical digital citizenship, helping students navigate online spaces with a sense of shared morality and responsibility.
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To Enhance Social Inclusion: Promoting inclusion ensures that teenagers from various backgrounds have equal access to opportunities and feel a sense of belonging in the digital world.
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To Promote Digital Safety: By educating students on responsible behavior online, your project addresses pressing issues like privacy, cyberbullying, and safe social media use.
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To Enhance Media Literacy: Teaching students to critically evaluate the media they consume helps them identify misinformation and form their own well-informed opinions.
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To Cultivate Empathy: Empathy is essential for creating a positive online environment. Programs that encourage ethical behavior help combat cyberbullying and promote supportive online communities.​​​
​Outcomes/Results:
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Research Findings: The report will be valuable for educators, parents, and policymakers, providing concrete data on how social media affects teenage values and beliefs.
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Educational Initiatives: The creation of educational materials ensures that the lessons learned from the research are applied, fostering ethical digital behavior among students.
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Increased Social Inclusion: Evidence of improved inclusion and engagement demonstrates the success of your strategies in integrating diverse student groups in digital spaces.
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Enhanced Digital Safety: Measuring students' awareness and behaviors regarding online safety will be an important indicator of the project's impact.
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Media Literacy Improvement: The development of critical thinking and media literacy skills will prepare students to navigate online spaces more safely and thoughtfully.
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Empathy Cultivation: Increasing empathy and ethical interactions online can directly contribute to healthier online communities, reducing toxic behaviors and promoting kindness.