IGF 2024 WS #158 The role of digital inclusion for the youth education sector

    Organizer 1: Rodrigo Reis, Instituto Global Attitude
    Organizer 2: Rafaela Prestes, Instituto Global Attitude
    Organizer 3: Gabriel Medina, Instituto Global Attitude

    Speaker 1: Fernando Padula, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
    Speaker 2: Marielza Oliveira, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)
    Speaker 3: Alexandre Barbosa, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)

    Moderator

    Rafaela Prestes, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)

    Online Moderator

    Gabriel Medina, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)

    Rapporteur

    Gabriel Medina, Civil Society, Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC)

    Format

    Classroom
    Duration (minutes): 90
    Format description: The combination of a classroom setting and a 90-minute duration offers an effective platform for exploring the critical role of digital inclusion in youth education, facilitating meaningful discussions, and fostering collaborative solutions.

    Policy Question(s)

    1. What policies are currently in place to ensure equitable access to technology and digital resources in youth education, and how effective have they been in addressing digital inclusion challenges?
    2. How do you propose government policies can be adapted or expanded to better support digital inclusion efforts in the youth education sector, particularly for underserved communities?
    3. What measures can policymakers implement to bridge the digital divide and ensure that all young learners have access to the necessary digital skills and resources to succeed in today's digital age?

    What will participants gain from attending this session? 1. Understand the importance of digital inclusion in youth education and its impact on academic success and future opportunities.
    2. Explore the challenges and barriers to digital inclusion faced by young learners from diverse backgrounds.
    3. Identify strategies and best practices for promoting equitable access to technology and digital resources in educational settings.
    4. Discuss the role of educators, policymakers, and community stakeholders in fostering digital inclusion and empowering youth.
    5. Share insights and experiences to develop actionable solutions for overcoming barriers to digital inclusion in youth education.

    Description:

    In today's digital age, access to technology and digital skills is crucial for the success of young learners. This workshop aims to delve into the critical role of digital inclusion in youth education, examining both the opportunities it presents and the challenges it poses. Through interactive sessions and collaborative discussions, participants will explore strategies to promote equitable access to technology and digital resources, empower youth, and address the barriers to digital inclusion in education.
    By engaging stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, this workshop aims to foster collaboration and collective action to promote digital inclusion in youth education, empowering young learners to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

    Expected Outcomes

    Participants gain a deeper understanding of the importance of digital inclusion in youth education and its impact on academic success and future opportunities. Also, insights into the challenges and barriers to digital inclusion faced by young learners from diverse backgrounds. Having this in mind, also will identify strategies and best practices for promoting equitable access to technology and digital resources in educational settings and actionable solutions and initiatives developed through collaborative discussions and partnerships to address barriers to digital inclusion in youth education.

    Hybrid Format: 1. Use a platform that should allow for live streaming of presentations, interactive features such as chat and Q&A, and virtual breakout rooms for group discussions.
    2. Assign a dedicated moderator or facilitator responsible for managing the flow of the session and ensuring that both onsite and online participants have equal opportunities to engage. The moderator can monitor the chat, relay questions from online participants to speakers, and facilitate discussions across both mediums.
    3. Encourage speakers to utilize diverse presentation formats that cater to both onsite and online audiences.
    4. Ensure that all content and materials presented during the session are accessible to both onsite and online participants. This includes providing closed captioning or transcripts for live presentations, offering alternative formats for visual content, and ensuring that virtual breakout rooms are accessible to participants with disabilities.