This publication is the outcome of a project funded by the European Union/Council of Europe Joint Programme “Democratic and Inclusive School Culture in Operation (DISCO)”. For more information please visit the website of the Joint Programme: www.coe.int/disco
This strategy paper is based upon reviews of how democratic competences and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills are reflected in educational systems, practices and focus groups looking at how the digital world is perceived by educators and young people, in participating countries. The knowledge acquired in interactive, digital-world workshops, dedicated to young people and the news role of educators was used. The main results of the process are reflected in a SWOT analysis along with key assumptions and the strategic direction of this strategy paper. It also offers a number of resources for teachers and teacher trainers in annex.
To cite this resource: Council of Europe. (2017). Developing competences for democratic culture in the digital era [Strategy Paper].
