Be well and green when digital - BeWEEN

Topic(s) addressed

The topics addressed a wide range of issues, including wellbeing, mental health, physical health, healthy choices, cooperation, resilience, anxiety, depression, addiction, screen time, digital distraction, environmental protections, climate change, and green choices.

Target group(s)

Teachers, students, youth workers, trainers, public entities, policy makers, NGOs, and those within higher education were all included within our target group.

Methodologies

BeWEEN training adopts a hybrid approach, blending both on-site and online activities via a learning management system. Participants benefit from flexible learning, engaging with peers and teachers in both settings. The flipped classroom model guides the training through pre-workshop online resources, workshop activities, and post-workshop resource creation. The programme targets the development of competencies up to level 7 of the DigComp framework. 

Innovation environment

The project's learning environment supports innovative teaching and learning by addressing the challenges posed by the digital age. It acknowledges the impact of excessive screen time on wellbeing. It recognises the socioemotional and psychological risks faced by young people due to increased online activities. The programme enables lifelong learning and creates a network of teachers and students throughout Europe that improves awareness of young people’s mental health and its connection with digital technology. 

Teachers’ role

Teachers and educators provide innovative teaching and learning techniques by integrating responsible digital technology use into the curriculum. They raise awareness about the impact of excessive screen time on wellbeing and the environment and prioritise safety and wellbeing in the classroom. Incorporating innovative pedagogical approaches through hybrid learning empowers students to navigate the digital world responsibly. Their guidance and expertise contribute to creating dynamic and engaging learning experiences that prepare students for the challenges of the digital age.

Impact and output

The BeWEEN project profoundly impacted participants, organisations, and stakeholders, enhancing teachers' digital competencies through workshops and resource creation. Students learned safe digital technology use through teachers and a mobile game. It raised awareness in schools and disseminated materials for lifelong learning. The project expanded networks, improved digital knowledge, and fostered self-awareness about digital habits.

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