Free MOOCs for teachers, multipliers and interested learners introducing digital citizenship through online and social media in democracy and political education, focuses on hate speech conspiracy narratives and skepticism towards science and explores how online and social media can promote or undermine democracy.
Why it matters for ENACT-AI
Critical reflection on online information hate speech conspiracy narratives and digital media. AI is not a main topic of the course.
Learning outcomes
Develop responsible digital citizenship. Reflect on how online media can promote or endanger democracy. Understand hate speech conspiracy narratives and skepticism towards science. Identify features of conspiracy narratives. Understand the role of digital media in democratic societies. Apply the topics in educational work.
Suggested activity
Analyse examples of online content and identify hate speech or conspiracy narratives. Discuss how these can affect democratic participation and then reflect on strategies for addressing these topics in educational work.