Learning the Digital

Our notions of digital competence must respond to the deep roots of digital transformation in our current society. We need a pedagogy of ‘the digital’ that does not focus solely on teaching technical skills in order for citizens to be prepared for societal debates about digitalisation, to be able to actively participate in them, and to develop their own informed attitudes toward the possibilities opened up by digital transformation. In particular, opportunities for learning about democracy and strengthening social participation are needed to empower active citizens, raise awareness among broader groups in the population, and ensure that digital transformation in Europe is people-centred, shaped by democratic rights and values, and aligned with human rights principles. With this handbook for educators, we present training methodologies and examples of relevant practices, and encourage the integration of digitalisation as a central topic in lifelong learning.