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Informatics education: Where We Are Teaching informatics and developing digital competencies (Vuorikari 2022) is crucial for the long-term competitiveness and security of the European Union. In order to expand production capacities for modern technologies, resources…
The DIGITAL FIRST project proposes a new approach to teaching computer science, in which the function of computer skills is in the foreground and serves as the ultimate goal of the educational process. By emphasising…
As the digital world evolves, education must prepare students not just to adapt to change but to drive it. By replacing the structural, syntax-heavy teaching of informatics with a focus on functional language and computational…
The month of December marks the first anniversary of our project and we would like to take this opportunity to celebrate our achievements with you! Aiming to transform informatics education at primary and secondary schools,…
The 2023 International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS) ‘s most recent results reveal a complex digital literacy landscape across 35 education systems internationally. The value of all major international studies assessing student performance lies…
In today’s society, computer science education is often mistakenly equated with basic digital literacy, reflecting a widespread misunderstanding of the subject’s true scope and value. Scientific literature consistently demonstrates that computer science education, through the…
Imagine a classroom where every student’s unique learning journey is understood — where their strengths, areas for growth, and the process of skill-building are fully visible. Learning analytics makes this vision a reality, offering a…
In an educational environment that must continuously adapt to the accelerated digital transformation, the teaching of computer science faces the challenge of equipping students with practical skills that they can apply in real-world situations. The…
The Informatics and Computational Thinking Challenge Bebras is well-known around the world, with 4 million pupils in more than 80 countries completing the contest last year. The main goal of Bebras is to develop computational…
This September, the Digital First project partner held a project meeting at Vilnius University, bringing together educators, researchers, and digital education experts from across Europe. Over two days, participants worked both in person and online…
Looking for alternative ways to improve their students’ learning process in their classrooms during the last years, the Secondary School “St.st. Cyril and Methodius” is delighted to be a part of the DIGITAL FIRST project’s…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, the education of our youngest citizens must evolve to meet the demands of a future dominated by technology. As children grow up surrounded by digital devices, they arrive at school…
The importance of coding and informatics cannot be overstated in today’s digital world. Yet, introducing these concepts to young children can be challenging. Some of the challenges that a teacher may face: Attention and concentration:…
As part of the “DIGITAL FIRST – Digital tech as the first language” project, recent focus group research conducted in Greece offers valuable insights into the current state of informatics education. Our project aims to…
We’re excited to share early findings from our focus group research on how informatics is taught and learned in Croatian schools, a key part of our ten-country study. This report provides a deep dive into…
For decades, foreign language instruction was heavily influenced by structuralism, a method focused on teaching grammar through the study of sentence forms and the mechanics of language. Students learned how to conjugate verbs and construct…
We are proud to announce that Arjana Blažić from Suradnici u učenju and All Digital, both integral parts of our project consortium, have been selected as members of the newly established Commission Expert Group for…
We are delighted to announce that our esteemed project partner, Lidija Kralj from Suradnici u učenju, has been selected as a member of the prestigious European Commission Expert Group on High-Quality Informatics. This group, comprised…
The DIGITAL FIRST project proudly completed its first six months with a focus on the research and analysis of the current landscape of informatics education across Europe. Right after the summer break, our partners are…
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, primary and secondary schools across Europe must constantly keep themselves updated to prepare students for a digital future. Recognising this need, Slovenia has embarked on a transformative journey through…
One of the main objectives of the DIGITAL FIRST project is to define a competences catalogue for informatics teachers. By establishing clear guidelines and standards, educators will be better prepared to deliver high-quality informatics education to their…
On July 2, 2024, the Training Center and School Association of Póvoa de Varzim and Vila do Conde (CFAE-PVVC) in Portugal organized a focus group with the participation of various stakeholders from the educational community…
Slovenia’s education ecosystem is shaped by EU directives, national strategies, and specific initiatives aimed at developing digital competencies among stakeholders, including students. Digital education in Slovenia began in 1994 with the Computer Literacy programme (1994–2000,…
On 24-30 June, Professor Valentina Dagienė from Vilnius University, one of the DIGITAL FIRST project partners, visited Del University of Technology in Sumatra island, Indonesia, met students and professors, and gave lectures. One of the…
In this week’s web article, DIGITAL FIRST partner University of Ljubljana Faculty of Education showcases the recent findings of the PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) in Slovenia to highlight the importance of informatics education…
During the DIGITAL FIRST project’s first phase focusing on the analysis of existing context in informatics education at schools, project partners Vilnius University (VU, Lithuania) and the University of Coruña (UDC, Spain) are working together…
The DIGITAL FIRST consortium partners have a wide range of ongoing activities, as well as mutual collaborations, going in parallel with the project in developing innovative approaches to informatics education. Our two partners Vilnius University…
Digitalization of work life and daily living creates pressure for educational changes globally. Many countries have responded to this pressure by integrating informatics into curricula with varying topics. Some have created a new separate subject…
As part of the DIGITAL FIRST project’s research activities on the theory and practice of teaching informatics in primary and secondary schools across Europe, the University of Coruña (UDC) team has undertaken the first part…
Educating students in informatics at school is essential to equip every citizen with the necessary knowledge to participate, influence, and contribute to developing the digital world. By learning informatics, students can safely and critically navigate…
On May 15, 2024, Algebra University hosted a successful Inter-County Professional Conference for Teachers of Informatics and Computer Science, focusing on “Artificial Intelligence and Education.” This event was organized in collaboration with the Croatian Agency…
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, computer science education faces a critical challenge: how to remain relevant and effective amidst the relentless march of technological progress? As every aspect of our lives is touched by…
DIGITAL FIRST Partners at Work: Stepping Up Research on the Current State of Informatics Education in European Schools The DIGITAL FIRST partner met for their regular monthly online meeting on the 25th of April to…
The DIGITAL FIRST project aims to transform informatics education in primary and secondary schools across Europe. Our goal is to develop innovative pedagogical approaches and educational materials that can be universally applied throughout European countries,…
The DIGITAL FIRST project “Digital tech as the first language: Informatics for digital natives”, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at shaping the future of informatics education in primary and secondary schools across Europe, launched its activities at the…
In today’s digital age, equipping students with essential informatics skills is crucial to their ability to navigate, influence, and contribute to the evolving digital world. Recognizing this imperative, the Digital First project emerges as an endeavor aimed…
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