Climate change as a global phenomenon is the subject of intense debate in various public spaces, from the scientific to the rumour level. Even though there is a scientific consensus on human contribution to climate change, there are still many misconceptions about it, and due to its nature, mass media overemphasizes the harmful effects of global processes. The emotion it evokes is often a feeling of boredom, on the one hand, anxiety and helplessness on the other.
In the 21st century, a significant source of information for many people is the social media, a much less reliable source. The ability to think critically is crucial and more important than ever before. A critically thinking citizen can navigate among contradictory information, recognizing partial and biased sources. Critical thinking that relies on information from the media should include the understanding of why and how climate action should be taken forward.
The main objective of the DEXPO project is to develop educators’ professional skills to ensure that critical thinking strategies and issues concerning media manipulation are part of the educational setting when teaching on climate change.
PARTNERS
Anthropolis
Anthropolis is a public benefit non-profit association founded in 2002 and based in Budapest, Hungary. The organisation intends to promote the values of cultural relativism, a participatory approach, citizens’ empowerment and awareness on global issues. We are one of the leading organisations in Hungary providing global education for teachers, educators and students. Our educational activities are based on interactive, participatory methods. We are also experts in Digital storytelling (DST) and have used this method with diverse target groups including students, teachers, people with special needs, and professionals.
Arpok
Arpok is a public non-profit organisation established in 2004 and based in Olomouc, the Czech Republic. We aim to take part in sustainable development in the world and create an active, respectful and open society that perceives the interconnectedness and complexity of the world and accepts its part in taking responsibility. We provide a broad range of educational programs for pupils and students on topics relevant to global development education. For teachers, we organise workshops on global development topics and offer verified methodological materials with suggestions and practical tips on how to incorporate them into classes. We cooperate with more than 60 schools, mainly in Olomouc County.
Humanitas
Humanitas – Centre for Global Learning and Cooperation was founded in 2000 and is a non-governmental and non-profit organisation based in Ljubljana. We are the leading organisation in the field of global education in Slovenia and we cooperate with both Slovenian and international partners. We develop innovative learning resources, offer workshops for students, trainings for educators, and organise public events aimed at raising awareness of global interdependence and interconnectedness. By promoting solidarity, responsibility, justice, and respect for human rights, we aim to encourage young people to become actively involved in both formal and informal contexts, and to participate in shaping a society based on social and environmental justice.
Mapa das Ideias
Mapa das Ideias is a Portuguese company that, since 1999, has been dedicated to the relationships between museums, audiences and communities. It deals with three main areas: Mediation (focused on direct cultural mediation and educational services); Consultation (hosting research and creative projects as well as training); and Retail (centred on museum store management and product design). Apart from the educational components of the museum visit, the company has worked on the digital transition of these institutions, as well as audience development for cultural organisations, and the provision of vocational training to sector professionals. Its work has won awards in the Partnership and Educational Services categories of the APOM Awards (Portuguese Museology Association).
