Events

This webinar is one in a series of monthly webinars organised by the Media & Learning Association (MLA) and Nordicom which aims to support the growing number of organisations and individuals keen to help young people become more media literate.

Programme:

• Introduction to Media Literacy in Ireland. During this part of the webinar, Stephanie Comey, Senior Manager in the BAI with responsibility for Media Literacy, will provide an overview of the status of Media Literacy in Ireland, describe the relevant policy framework and the extent to which media literacy is supported and promoted in an educational context.

• Media Literacy practices and experiences in Ireland. During this part we will introduce you to several media literacy projects and initiatives taking place in Ireland:
  • Jane Mcgarrigle, Project Officer with Webwise (the Irish Internet Safety Awareness Centre)
  • Lisa Buckley,  Newsbrands Ireland

• News and updates on media literacy across Europe. Each month we plan to bring you a round-up of news and information about media literacy activities in different countries including new developments, initiatives and research findings.

Moderators and hosts:  Maarit Jaakkola, Nordicom and Sally Reynolds, Media & Learning Association.

These webinars are open to anyone interested in the topic of media literacy including researchers, practitioners and policy makers.

URL:

https://media-and-learning.eu/event/webinar-on-media-literacy-in-europe-ireland/