As technology continues to reshape every aspect of our lives, the way we educate the next generation must evolve to match the challenges and opportunities of this digital era. The Digital First project is leading this transformation through open dialogue and collaboration across Europe. One of the key initiatives is the Digital First Podcast Series, designed to spark discussions on how informatics education can become more engaging, practical, and relevant for today’s learners.
In the first episode of the series, we dive into critical conversations on education, innovation, and digital skills with two expert guests:
🎙️ Eugenia Casariego Artola, Development & Advocacy Coordinator at European Schoolnet, emphasizes the need to tailor education to equip students with essential problem-solving, critical thinking, and computational skills. She highlights how digital competence is now a cornerstone of modern education, shaping students’ ability to thrive in a tech-driven world.
🎙️ Uroš Ocepek, an award-winning computer science teacher from Slovenia, shares his experiences teaching informatics and fostering creativity in the classroom. His insights illustrate how innovative teaching approaches can empower students to become active creators of digital solutions rather than passive consumers.
Hosted by Petra Bevek from the Digital Education Service of the Ministry of Education in Slovenia, this episode kicks off a series of dialogues designed to inspire teachers, policymakers, parents, and education providers to rethink and refine informatics education.
What Is the Digital First Podcast Series About?
The podcast series serves as a platform for education stakeholders across Europe to:
🔹 Discuss the current state of informatics education in schools.
🔹 Exchange ideas on innovative teaching approaches that meet the needs of digital natives.
🔹 Collaborate on creating educational strategies that foster critical and computational thinking.
Each episode features experts and practitioners offering real-world insights to shape the future of education.
Watch and Stay Connected
📺 Watch the first episode here: YouTube
🌐 Explore the full podcast series and future episodes: Digital First official website
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Together, we can shape an education system that prepares students to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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