Media in the family
Many parents and guardians have questions on the subject of media education. What role do media play in my family? How, why and for how long are they used? How important are media in everyday life?
The subject area „Media in the family” comprises the three sub-topics
Each topic contains basic information as well as practical tips for everyday family life, links to relevant online services, advice centers and offers of help. Important key terms can be found in the glossary.
Media education in everyday life
Are you interested in the topic of media education in everyday life?
The materials provide you with answers to questions such as what influences the use of media by children and young people, how you as parents should behave as role models, and how you can support your children in searching for information and in dealing with fake news. In an FAQ video, you will also find the most important questions on the topic explained in simple terms.
FAQ video: Media education in everyday life
Excessive media use
Are you interested in the topic of excessive media use?
The materials provide you with answers to questions such as how and why children and young people enjoy using digital media so much, how digital stress can arise and when use becomes excessive.
FAQ video: Excessive media use
FAQ video: Dealing with digital games
Explanatory video: What is FOMO?
Advertising and cost traps
Are you interested in the topic of advertising and cost traps?
The materials provide you with answers to questions such as what forms of online advertising there are and what challenges they entail, where cost traps can lurk and what objectives are pursued by advertising.