Our Digital Village – Scientific Article
Overall, 48 participants were reached across 9 workshops in Austria. In these workshops, youth expressed a desire for more than just basic digital skills. They are eager to explore new and emerging technologies and emphasized the importance of online security. Additionally, the results indicate that schools and educational institutions play a crucial role in promoting digital competencies and offering advanced-level courses. It is necessary for local authorities to develop more online platforms and services tailored to the community’s needs. Furthermore, participants emphasized the importance of collective learning and training to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, feels competent in using digital tools. Each participating country therefore created a national report to summarize the findings. All national reports contribute to the scientific article. The article outlines the workshop structure, our approach, the research questions addressed, and the findings. It explores various aspects, such as the definition and significance of digital skills, and how individuals rely on them in diverse contexts.
