GROOVE Toolkit_Final Version_090223

26 www.grooveproject.eu This project has been funded with support from the European Commission under the Erasmus+ Programme. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. [Project Number: 2021-1-CY01-KA220-VET-000033254] Applying the DigCompEdu Framework The DigCompEdu is a scientifically sound framework describing what it means for educators to be digitally competent. It provides a general reference frame to support the development of educator-specific digital competences in Europe. It provides educators with a systematic approach to developing their digital competence and fostering their students’ digital literacy. DigCompEdu framework is directed towards educators at all levels of education, from early childhood to higher and adult education, including general and vocational training, special needs education, and non-formal learning contexts. The framework is intended to support national, regional, and local efforts in fostering educators' digital competence by offering a common frame of reference, with a common language and logic that can facilitate the exchange of best practices amongst teachers across borders. It aims to help the Member States in their efforts to promote the digital competence of their citizens and boost innovation in education. In order to transfer this competence model into practice, a self-assessment tool was developed. The European Commission designed and developed the so-called SELFIEforTEACHERS , a self- reflection tool, that aims to support teachers to develop their digital competence. By responding to the tool's 32 items, teachers can identify their strengths and gaps and design their learning paths to develop further their digital competence. SELFIEforTEACHERS is based on the DigCompEdu conceptual framework while at the same time, it responds to new pedagogical needs and trends. Moreover, it allows teachers to initiate a self-reflection on their own at any point in time, or complete a self-reflection initiated by a group (that being a group of teachers, a school, an institution, or a regional authority) by accepting an invitation. Thus, it allows teachers to reflect on the state of their digital competence: "Where do I stand? Where do I see myself?" In this way, it is easier to understand where one's own strengths lie, but also where one's areas of development lie. Institutions or organizations may be able to use the results from these self-assessments to develop their training and professional development strategies. The framework also allows organizations and projects to adapt to their particular needs and contexts. Moreover, the DigCompEdu Community brings together people across Europe and the world who are interested in the digital competence of educators. The Community will share information,