Media literacy today requires far more than understanding newspapers, videos, or social media posts. In an era shaped by artificial intelligence, algorithms, and rapid information flows, educators need the skills to help students navigate misinformation, evaluate digital content, and think critically about the media they consume and create.
This course introduces teachers to the foundations of media literacy, critical thinking, and AI‑generated content. Participants explore how information is produced, how algorithms shape what we see, and how to teach students to question sources, verify facts, and recognise bias. You will engage in practical activities, case studies, and discussions, discover best practices, and understand why media literacy is essential for democratic participation and responsible digital citizenship.

This course focuses on media literacy and critical thinking skills, with a special emphasis on AI‑generated content.
Participants will:
• Explore the fundamentals of media literacy and digital information flows;
•Understand how algorithms, AI tools, and recommendation systems influence perception;
•Analyse misinformation, disinformation, deepfakes, and AI‑generated content;
•Engage in practical activities to evaluate sources and verify information;
•Develop classroom strategies to foster critical thinking and responsible media use;
•Create lesson plans integrating media literacy into VET subjects.
The course promotes self‑reflection, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving to help students become informed, empowered media users.

Total duration: 6 days (with the 6th day dedicated to an educational excursion)
Daily workload: 5-6 hours per day
Total training hours: approximately 35 hours

Day 0

• Arrival Day

Day 1

Welcome and introduction;
•Ice‑breakers and team‑building activities (experiencing gamified activities);
•Overview of Media Literacy and Critical Thinking;
•Understanding How Media Messages Are Constructed;
•Practical Workshop: Identifying Bias and Perspective;
•Cultural and social activities;
•Organisations and Initiatives Presentation Session;
•Feedback day 1.

Day 2

• Exploring Misinformation and Disinformation;
• Comparing Traditional Media Literacy with AI‑Era Challenges;
• Group Activities: Fact‑Checking and Source Evaluation;
• Hands‑on Practice with Verification Tools;
• Reflection and peer feedback.

Day 3

• AI and Algorithms: How They Shape What We See;
• Introduction to AI‑Generated Content (text, images, deepfakes);
• Analysing Case Studies of AI‑Driven Misinformation;
• Cultural and social activities;
• Feedback day 3.

Day 4

• Teaching Critical Thinking in the Classroom;
• Differentiating Between Human‑Created and AI‑Generated Content;
• Creating Media Literacy Lesson Plans for VET Subjects;
• Cultural and social activities;
• Feedback day 4.

Day 5

• Sharing Best Practices and Lesson Plans;
• Presenting Classroom Challenges and Selecting Appropriate Strategies;
• Discussion of future cooperation and planning follow‑up activities / Brainstorming dissemination ideas;
• Final feedback;
• Validation of learning outcomes and certification ceremony;
• Cultural and social activities.

Day 6

• Full-day Trip (experiential outdoor learning activity)

Day 7

• Departures

Programme details may be adjusted based on trainer availability, participant needs, public holidays, or unforeseen circumstances.

• Familiarise themselves with media literacy concepts and AI‑related challenges;
• Understand how algorithms and AI influence information consumption;
• Generate strategies and lesson ideas to teach critical thinking;
• Share opinions and discuss how media literacy can address classroom challenges;
• Learn how to integrate media literacy into different subjects and learning contexts.

• Acquire knowledge about media literacy, misinformation, and AI‑generated content;
• Understand the differences between traditional media literacy and AI‑era challenges;
• Develop lesson plans and activities to strengthen students’ critical thinking;
• Share their classroom challenges and discuss how media literacy can support responsible digital behaviour;
• Apply media literacy principles to promote informed, critical, and safe media use.

The learning outcomes will be assessed and validated through various methods during the course: Group discussions, gamified lesson plans and teaching demonstrations, group projects and collaborative challenges, reflective journaling.

VET teachers, trainers and educators interested in increasing student motivation, engagement and participation through the use of gamification strategies in teaching and learning.
The course is also suitable for school staff and education professionals seeking innovative, learner-centred methodologies to enhance learning outcomes.

English / B1 or more

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Standard Package (480€):

– Course tuition;
– Training materials;
– Certificate of participation;

– Cultural and social activities.

Full Package (1.480€):
-Course tuition;
-Training materials;
-Accommodation;
-Meals;
-Local transportation;
-Cultural programme;
-Certificate of participation.

*Note: In the case of the training course in August, the full package costs €2.480.