Call for Participation: Seeing Media Anew: Through New Lenses

Program Duration: November 2024 to June 2025
Participation: Open to 11 secondary schools across Serbia
Target Group: Students aged 15-19

ELTA Serbia is thrilled to announce a new project focused on enhancing media literacy among students aged 15-19 in Serbia. This initiative will delve into the critical aspects of media literacy through the innovative frameworks of posthumanism and hauntology. Over the course of a year, we will create a comprehensive curriculum, train educators, and engage students in highly interactive workshops to ensure active participation and practical learning.

📚 Project Overview:

The project will involve 11 schools, each selecting two students and one teacher. Participants will gain valuable insights from Dr. Bretton Varga, who will share expertise on integrating posthumanism and hauntology into media literacy education. The project includes:

📅 Project Phases:

November/December 2024

In-Person Training: A two-day in-person training session (November 29-30, 2024) to equip teachers with a solid understanding of media literacy within the frameworks of posthumanism and hauntology. Professor Dr. Bretton Varga from the University of Chico, California, will deliver two sessions online, providing expert insights and theoretical frameworks.

January/February 2025

Classroom Implementation: Teachers will develop and deliver two lessons introducing media literacy concepts to their students.

March 2025

Media Literacy Camp: A four-day hands-on camp featuring practical, interactive sessions covering various aspects of media literacy. Dr. Varga will engage with students, providing expert guidance and support.

April/May 2025

Participating schools will apply the media literacy skills learned during training. Students will create projects focused on producing objective, well-argued, and morally responsible media content. Each school will host a project day for presentations to peers, teachers, and the local community.

June 2025

Final Presentation Event in Belgrade: Students will showcase their projects, receive feedback, and earn rewards and certificates for their efforts.

📢 ELTA Commitment:

ELTA will cover travel and accommodation costs for teachers and students attending face-to-face events.

📝 Participation Deadline:

Interested schools should complete the registration form by 31 October 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by 4 November 2024.

🔗 Register Now:

We look forward to your participation!

ELTA Serbia Team