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EDMO Ireland is taking part in the Be Online Smart campaign, a Europe-wide initiative led by the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO) and its network of 14 national hubs. Running from May 12th to 30th, the campaign aims to help the public understand how algorithms shape what we see online — from social media feeds … Read More “EDMO Ireland Joins EU-Wide ‘Be Online Smart’ Campaign to Raise Awareness About Algorithms” »
Dr Eileen Culloty, Coordinator of EDMO Ireland, delivered the keynote address at Oide’s national conference for computer science teachers on April 10th, 2025, in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. Her keynote, Technology in the Service of People, urged educators to critically reconsider how the concept of “digital citizenship” is framed and taught in Irish schools. Speaking during … Read More “EDMO Ireland Coordinator Delivers Keynote Calling for a Rethink of ‘Digital Citizenship’ in Education” »
EDMO Ireland’s Dr Eileen Culloty and Martina Chapman are developing a new media literacy training programme for Irish public librarians, set to launch on a pilot basis in 2025. Writing for RTÉ Brainstorm, Dr Culloty outlined the project’s vision: to equip librarians with the tools and confidence to help their communities navigate misinformation, disinformation, and … Read More “EDMO-Linked Project to Pilot Media Literacy Training for Irish Librarians” »
Dr Eileen Culloty of EDMO Ireland delivered a presentation this week to Oide’s Digital Technology Advisory Network (DTAN), addressing the challenges of disinformation and media literacy in today’s complex digital environment. Oide, funded by the Department of Education, supports teachers and school leaders in integrating technology into education through its Technology in Education programme. Speaking … Read More “EDMO Ireland Briefs Oide Advisory Network on Disinformation and Media Literacy in Schools” »
In 2023, Google commissioned Ecorys to deliver a report on media literacy research, evaluation and stakeholder engagement. EDMO Ireland was one of the organisations consulted by Ecorys as part of an overview of media literacy in Ireland. The study provided new data and evidence to support Google’s work at country and European levels, gathering and presenting … Read More “EDMO Ireland featured in Ecorys report on media literacy” »
On December 4, 2024, Media Literacy Ireland (MLI) held its annual conference, “Media Literacy for All,” at Google’s Foundry in Dublin. The event brought together experts to discuss the future of media literacy. Keynote address The keynote, “Building Resilience from the Cradle to the Grave”, was delivered by Dr Leo Pekkala from the Finnish National Audiovisual … Read More “Media Literacy Ireland Conference 2024” »
The final days before an election are prime time for dubious information. A last-minute falsehood leaves little time for journalists and fact-checkers to respond. Even if it is debunked quickly, the confusion can shift the narrative around candidates and parties. We all have a critical responsibility to check if information is true before we share … Read More “#GE24: Don’t share until you verify it’s true” »
Ricardo Castellini da Silva has been shortlisted for a Media Literacy Ireland (MLI) Award in the category of Best Community-based Media Literacy Initiative. This recognition highlights Ricardo’s exceptional contributions to the development and promotion of EDMO Ireland’s Workshop in a Box, a resource designed to empower educators in delivering impactful media literacy workshops. Developed as … Read More “EDMO Ireland’s Ricardo Castellini da Silva nominated for a media literacy award” »
In the digital age, information is more accessible than ever. Social media platforms, news websites, blogs, and podcasts provide a constant stream of updates, opinions, and breaking news. A cornerstone of media literacy is comparing sources—a practice essential for uncovering the truth and understanding the broader context of any story. If a piece of information … Read More “GE24: Compare information sources” »
Engagement metrics – such as likes, shares, comments, or views – are not reliable indicators of content quality. Social media and messaging applications make it really easy to share information quickly to large groups of people. In addition, AI-powered technology can also be used to create fake profiles and promote false or inaccurate content, making it … Read More “GE24: Look beyond engagement metrics” »
