As part of the Finnish Living Lab within the EU-funded DEMOCRAT project, nearly 200 future teachers at the University of Jyväskylä participated in an ambitious university course aimed at translating democratic values into classroom practice. The course, organised for soon-to-graduate subject teachers from a wide range of disciplines, challenged the students to explore the concept…
Building a Democratic Future with Education In today’s world, democracy faces a unique set of challenges, from the spread of misinformation to political polarization and global crises like climate change. As these issues evolve, so does the need for a well-informed and engaged citizenry. Education for Democracy (EfD) is one of the most effective ways…
Building a Democratic Future Through Education for Democracy As we navigate today’s world filled with pressing challenges—like rising polarization, environmental crises, and digital shifts—there’s a critical need to rethink how we approach democratic education. Enter the DEMOCRAT project: a forward-thinking initiative aiming to transform education across Europe by focusing on Education for Democracy (EfD). By…
Education for Democracy – A Cornerstone of European Identity Democracy forms the bedrock of European identity, uniting diverse nations under shared values of freedom, justice, and responsible citizenship. With growing polarization, advancing digitalization, and urgent sustainability needs, European democracies face unique challenges. Education for Democracy (EfD) emerges as a vital tool to address these concerns,…
Marta Warat and Paulina Sekuła, scholars from the Jagiellonian University and members of the DEMOCRAT project consortium, recently participated in the 16th European Sociological Association (ESA) conference held in Porto from August 27th to 30th, 2024. The conference, themed “Tensions, Trust and Transformation,” gathered around 4000 sociologists and researchers to discuss social changes and the…