Media and digital literacy

For more than five years, the Estonian National Library has been collecting literature on disinformation and information manipulation and disseminating research and analyses. In addition, library specialists conduct thematic lessons, providing real-life examples of fake news and sharing tips on how to critically assess media content. Library staff also assist teachers in searching for information on digital and media literacy.

The role of libraries in preventing the spread of disinformation and misinformation is crucial and necessary, because libraries can help evidence-based information reach the public and are always a reliable source of valuable information.

Media Radar supports informed and safe engagement with the media environment by providing practical knowledge and tools to adults who speak other languages. Our goal is to give people the confidence to ask questions, analyse, and form their own opinions. Smart media consumption begins with awareness.

During the project:

We provide tips and guidelines on how to avoid falling victim to fraud and manipulation.

We teach how to use digital tools that can help you succeed in the digital world.

We raise awareness of the opportunities of artificial intelligence as well as its threats in creating misinformation.

About the project

The project will be implemented in 2024–2028 as part of the Swiss-Estonian cooperation programme’s support measure ‘Promoting social inclusion’. The aim of the support measure is to increase social inclusion in Estonian society and improve the opportunities for people living in Estonia, especially those from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds, to participate more actively in Estonian society.

Supporters

The project has been co-financed by the Swiss Confederation to reduce economic and social disparities in the European Union.