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I like being able to use digital technology in my lessons, but I'm not ready and the school still needs a lot. Students have almost no laptops

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I live a digital life and cannot deny it. My students are on the same page.

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I live a digital life and cannot deny it. My students are on the same page.

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Anyone who's talked, chatted, texted, or communicated with me in any way since the world has been flipped on its head, and has asked me how I'm doing, has definitely run into some flavor of: "I'm just living my best digital life."

I didn't put too much thought into what that meant because, really, I'm just trying to be light-hearted. But as I sat outside on a quarantine weekend and let my brain wander around thinking about things, one of the rabbits I chose to chase around for a bit was:

What does it really mean to live my best digital life? Am I? If not, how can I?"

"For some, moving to a more digital way of work and life could be a seismic shift".

Anyone who's talked, chatted, texted, or communicated with me in any way since the world has been flipped on its head, and has asked me how I'm doing, has definitely run into some flavor of:

"I'm just living my best digital life."

I didn't put too much thought into what that meant because, really, I'm just trying to be kind to all. But as I sat outside on a lockdown period and let my brain wander around thinking about things, one of the rabbits I chose to chase around for a bit was:

What does it really mean to live my best digital life?

Am I?

If not, how can I?

"For some, moving to a more digital way of work and life could be a seismic shift"

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The digital age has changed our lives not only in the professional field, but also the actions relating to banking, postal movements, searches and online purchases. Our rhythmic time is intertwined with digital technology which facilitates life procedures in many aspects

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While digital technologies have brought significant benefits and opportunities, they also present challenges and considerations. In my opinion, finding a balance between taking advantage of digital tools and maintaining digital well-being is essential to sustainable personal and professional growth in the digital age.

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Digital life is very valuable to me. It made my job at school easier because I could share materials and communicate. My social life has become more colorful. I do a lot of research and learning to find myself competent in this regard. Of course, overuse should be avoided.

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My experience in the digital world. This world of digital activities, both in the academic and personal spheres, has intensified since 2020. For collaboration with students, it has been a tumultuous, chaotic experience, full of frustrations. Step by step, each of us, teachers or students, has begun to become experts and understand that digital tools can ease everyone's work and make lessons more engaging with active participation in the development of study topics. I am currently interested in AI and believe that artificial intelligence can bring a boost to classroom activities.

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I think I'm attracted to digital technology more and more since I believe it can take our teaching and learning on a more sophisticated and at the same time more practical level. I am enthusiastic about using new tools and my students are keen on using them and learning through them.

I use digital tecnology for my professional growth as well by attending online seminars.

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My digital thoughts                    Loredana Matarrese Italy

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My digital thoughts                    Loredana Matarrese Italy

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My life has had a drammatic change since when technology has appeared in our society both professionally and personally. My teaching system has changed and I am always on the hunt to learn the use of new apps and online tools to throw into my lessons because I have noticed that they make learning more fun ,and help each student learn in their own way while they appreciate that they can think critically.

On the other hand, teachers should not forget that students need to socialize ,too.

Starting with emails, the use of the website, and being involved in various projects such as Erasmus + and eTwinning makes me totally aware of the need of digital tools in everybody life.

My goal is to create a learning environment where adults, and students are aware on how and when they should use the digital tools in order to reach their full potentiality.

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I use digital tools like email, learning management systems (LMS), and video conferencing platforms to communicate with students, parents, and colleagues. I use online courses, webinars, and professional learning communities to develop their skills.

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I live totally immerse in digital life. First, my house is full of assisted-voiced devices that help me and my family with house tasks. Windows, lights, TV, music, everything is digitally controlled. We also have ebooks with endless books to read, music with Spotify, TV channels in Netflix, etc. And of course, personal computers to work as well as tablets and smartphones to communicate wand interact with others.

Regarding the school, as a teacher I communicate inside the school with my colleagues via Gmail (our school has a Google workspace supervised by the ministry of education) and specific platforms created for us. (We call it Plumier XXI). This platform is used to communicate with the school, colleagues, families and students. However we also use Gmail and Google Meet for videoconferencing, both within the school context and beyond it with the community.

I think that a correct use of digital tools facilitates communication.

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My digital life is scarce. I only use Telegram only with my mates at school. Teams is used only for job purposes and I checked all days because there is always a lot of information shared. And, that's all. I just try to stay away from screens...

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Digitalization is wonderful when talking about professional development and methodologies, but we should be able to limit it otherwise the risk is to be overwhelmed.

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Digital technology is very important to me, I spend many hours per day working something digitally, scrolling for information or simply relaxing in front of a screen :-).

I need though further improvement of my digital skills and that is why I seek courses like this one.

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We live in a digital world. For many educators, digital technology has become an integral part of professional life. All of these have advantages, such as the vast possibilities of everything, providing information, generating content and facilitating communication. Digital tools are invaluable for lesson planning, student engagement, and professional development. Access to educational resources is simplified. By using digital tools effectively and developing digital literacy skills, educators can harness the full potential of technology to enhance the teaching and learning experience.

But also the downsides, digital distractions, privacy concerns and digital literacy issues. Some teachers faced challenges in navigating digital platforms. We also have a sense of lack of human connection, which I think doesn't bode well for these gadget-addicted teenagers, not to mention the dangers of cyberbullying, from which no one is immune.

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In general, I read emails and phone messages every day. I prepare the lessons using ICT. Life without technology is now almost impossible. sometimes i feel tired but i have to learn everyday.

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I like to use ICT every day in my work.

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I'm in front of a screen most of the day (and night) And while I initially did it for fun now I realize that I'm looking for material, testing apps, preparing lessons, reading articles, attending seminars and looking at other teachers' work to get ideas. All this is very nice but after all am I working 15 hours a day 365 days a year?

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For me, the digital world is a portal that every education actor has the obligation to open. At the level of the student class, I try to maintain a balance between digital learning and technology-based learning, but it is certain that the future belongs to technology. Educating students for the use of technology must start from an early age to make students responsible, with the involvement of parents!

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For me, is a reality that digital technologies have increasingly become a part of every aspect of our lives. By using them, we are always accessible and this might be overwhelming, at some point. I can relate to most of the experiences shared: email makes our life easier, as the message arrives on the moment, but we must manage time in order to don't get overloaded; new ICT tools - I enjoy looking for new tools and exploring how to use them with my students, which on the other hand is time consuming; eTwinnning projects - I really enjoy collaborating with partners and trying to find new and engaging activities for the students.

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Digital technology has become a part of my life, but I still differentiate between the digital and real-world, although for some, this line is already blurred. Digital technology has shaped my personal, academic, and professional life making me closer to others.

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For me, the digital life changed my life. It made it easier at school as I can share materials and keep in touch. Personally I use it on a daily basis to keep updated and informed. Of course, excessive use must be avoid.

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In todays world nearly everything is digitilazied, we have to be literate using some digital tools. It is a kind of mandotory thing, and we should do our best to integrate digital tools to our lessons. To trigger our students interests in our lessons as this generation is digital native and they know this digital world.

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For many educators and professionals, digital technology has become an integral part of both their personal and professional lives. Similar to educators, I assist users in various tasks, such as providing information, generating content, and facilitating communication. Educators often find digital tools and platforms invaluable for lesson planning, content creation, student engagement, and professional development. These tools can streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and expand access to resources and educational materials.

However, there are also downsides to reliance on digital technology, such as information overload, digital distraction, privacy concerns, and issues with digital literacy. Educators may face challenges in navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of digital tools and platforms, as well as ensuring equitable access to technology for all students. Additionally, the blurring of boundaries between personal and professional life in the digital realm can lead to burnout and overwhelm if not managed effectively.

Despite the challenges, digital technology has enriched the lives of many educators by providing opportunities for creativity, innovation, and lifelong learning. The ability to connect with colleagues and students worldwide, access a wealth of educational resources, and adapt teaching practices to meet diverse learning needs are just a few examples of the enrichments facilitated by digital technology.

In conclusion, while digital technology offers numerous benefits for educators and professionals, it also presents challenges that require careful consideration and management. By leveraging digital tools effectively and cultivating digital literacy skills, educators can harness the full potential of technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

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Viata mea digitala, ANDRIES Maria Ancuta, Romania

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Viata mea digitala, ANDRIES Maria Ancuta, Romania

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Imi place foarte mult faptul ca totul a devenit mult mai facil cu ajutorul tehnologiei, ca pot accesa rapid si la indemana orice informatie, ca pot apela la diverse aplicatii, platforme si deviceuri care imi usureaza viata profesionala, dar si pe cea de zi cu zi. Deseori utilize tehnologia pentru a crea materiale didactice pentru elevii mei, pentru a obtine informatii cat mai corecte pe care sa le transmit mai departe, pentru a face schimb de experienta cu alte cadre didactice, pentru a invata de la alte persoane, dar si pentru a participa la diverse cursuri si webinarii. consider ca tehnologia ma ajuta foarte mult sa evoluez intr-un mod mult mai rapid, din toate punctele de vedere, oferindu-mi sansa de a avea un timp productiv.

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In my opinion, my digital life is average. I follow programs introducing new IT possibilities in every area of our lives and I see I do not use 10% of the possibilities I could use nowadays. I have unlimited access to internet, have a smartphone and laptop. I use internet a lot - for work (emails, paperwork, administration, planning, sharing, disseminating, learning, teaching, etc.), for hobbies (checking information about my hobbies, planning travel arrangements, etc.), for shopping, banking, etc.

Lately, I try intentionally reduce or limit my time spent on the internet as though I see many benefits of it, I realize it takes up more of my time than before and does not give me back qualitatively the type of respond I need.

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We live in a digital world. It has changed everything in our life, the way we communicate, the way we work, the way we enjoy our free time...

All these have advantages like endless possibilities of everything, like music or information.

But also disadvantages, like we never disconect for our job. Also we have the feeling of being in touch with people so we meet less in real life.

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I often feel overwhelmed by my digital life. I know that it is very useful in every day work, in communication, in project work, but I think I use ICT too much. I am much more happy when I read a book or have coffee with friends.

Still ICT is necessary tool in proffessional life, but I try to reduce it in my personal life.

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Digital has opened up a world to me ... offering me many possibilities for personal and professional growth. It has overwhelmed me in new professional adventures made up of stimuli that have increased my desire to learn and the pleasure of carrying out my profession in a creative, dynamic and innovative way. Furthermore, digital has allowed me to broaden my horizons, to meet new people and new realities, increasing my skills and my cultural level. From a personal point of view, it gave me new input to improve myself and my interpersonal relationships

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I teach young children in a small school. In many cases, I make a concerted effort to do activities offline, because I think school might be the only place where the kids aren't on electronics.

We have to teach them things like "waiting for something" or "getting along with people in real life."

But it is also important to me that we teach them about the bigger world and how to use technology to navigate and communicate beyond their village.

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I must admit that I have always been fascinated by computers and I have always been in search of the ones that would help me and my students. However, the "Big Bang" came in the Covid-19 era when we HAD to be in front of a screen even for socialization since we were not allowed to go anywhere.

This is when I met people from all over the world, amazing educators who were ready to teach me and exchange their views with me and so on. So, I must admit that I am now suffering sometimes from FOMO. However, my PLN is really expanded and has turned me into a much better-prepared educator and...person.. I need to make sure not to confuse real with digital life and sometimes not to be absorbed by it, but the opportunities you have in the digital world are, at times, not to be missed!

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My digital life has become an important pillar in both my personal and professional life. While I recognise the advantages that the digital age offers, there are also some challenges.

On a personal level, my digital life offers me convenience and ease of access to information and entertainment. Through social networks and digital applications I keep in touch with friends and family, while at the same time seeking new opportunities for growth and creativity.

However, in the professional sector, my digital life is a major factor in my communication, work and education. The ability to work remotely has allowed me to maintain my productivity even in difficult circumstances such as the pandemic. At the same time, I have access to a wealth of training resources and educational tools that allow me to grow professionally.

However, there are some drawbacks. Overuse of technology can lead to isolation and social problems. In addition, digital addiction can cause stress and anxiety, while over-exposure to digital media may affect our psychological well-being.

However, overall, my digital life has enriched both my personal and professional life more than I expected. It is also important to be sensitive to the challenges that the digital age brings and to take balanced approaches to the use of technology.

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Digital tools and technology are part of my everyday life, in my professional and personal life. Every day I use digital technology such as mobile phones, laptops, smart tablets, etc., and various digital tools for creating presentations, posters, collages, e-books, for communication, social networks... I consider my digital life to be very rich and enriches every day, however, the negative sides are too much time at the laptop, too many hours on the cell phone, viber groups in which I sometimes lose myself, I read messages superficially, sometimes there is a misunderstanding in communication, there is less live communication and people socialize less

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Significant portions of my personal life revolve around the digital world, with its unlimited access to media, knowledge, and entertainment.

I strive to remain conscious of my digital footprint, data security, and anonymity. However, I find it increasingly challenging to maintain a clear boundary between my real and digital lives.

Professionally, my online presence continues to expand steadily. While the advancements in new technologies are remarkable, the rapid pace of change presents challenges. As educators, we must remain vigilant about the potential risks and issues arising from this digital world.

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As I engage with digital platforms and devices, my digital thoughts encompass the ideas, opinions, and expressions that I convey online. These may include posts on social media, comments on forums, or even emails and messages exchanged with others. It's essential for me to be aware of the impact of my digital thoughts, as they contribute to my online presence and reputation. By being mindful of the content I share and the tone I use, I can shape a positive digital identity reflective of my values and personality.

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As I engage with digital platforms and devices, my digital thoughts encompass the ideas, opinions, and expressions that I convey online. These may include posts on social media, comments on forums, or even emails and messages exchanged with others. It's essential for me to be aware of the impact of my digital thoughts, as they contribute to my online presence and reputation. By being mindful of the content I share and the tone I use, I can shape a positive digital identity reflective of my values and personality.

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I use digital tools primarily to increase the level of interaction with students during classes. I also record video lessons (6-15 minutes) to allow students to study at home. In this way, they come to class with prior knowledge, which leaves more time for discussion and the development of the student's critical thinking. I also practice informal digital communication channels (Viber, WA), because students find email communication slow and ineffective.

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Banning children from using cell phones at school will not reduce their dependence on cell phone use. I believe that the wise integration of digital devices into the teaching process is useful because it brings students' learning closer to their reality. Of course I do not support the use of mobile phones in school if it does not contribute to the acquisition of knowledge and the development of students' skills.

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The fact that today's students do not know what life is like without digital devices (mobile phones, tablets, laptops,...) motivates me to use digital tools to the extent that will encourage students to learn the material better and build a critical attitude. I can confirm from personal experience that the classes are now more interesting, the mood in the classroom is better and the learning results are also better.

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As a FLE (Français Langue Etrangère) teacher, it is essential that I use digital technology every day to provide students with interactive, engaging lessons with native French speakers. I also create and use in the classroom Digital Educational Resources, multimodal supports to stimulate students' creative, critical, analytical, logical, systemic or conceptual thinking.

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The digital landscape is steadily becoming more ingrained in our daily lives. I utilize digital platforms extensively for professional communication and staying in touch with family and friends. Online shopping has become a routine part of my life, offering access to a wealth of information, books, and music instantaneously. The widespread use of smart devices, demonstrates the practicality and convenience of digital technologies in our modern world.

Nevertheless, it's crucial to recognize the potential downsides of digital reliance, including the risk of internet addiction, which can have serious mental health implications. Excessive use of the internet and devices like smartphones can lead to a range of negative consequences. Our task is to use them corectly and teach our students to be responsible users too.

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As an English teacher in a rural area of Greece without much engagement in social media but with involvement in platforms like LinkedIn, my digital life likely presents a unique blend of experiences, both personally and professionally.

1. Personal Digital Life:

Limited engagement in social media provides me with more focused and less distracted personal time. I find myself spending more time on activities that truly matter to me, such as reading, hobbies, or spending time with family and friends.

My blog (https://blogs.sch.gr/ksideri/category/english-again-oh/) serves as a digital space where I can share my thoughts, experiences, and educational insights. It allows me to connect with a wider audience beyond my immediate community and potentially collaborate with other educators worldwide.

The state educational LMS (https://e.me.edu.gr/) enhances my teaching capabilities by providing resources, tools, and a platform for communication with students and colleagues. It facilitates a more organized and efficient workflow for managing educational materials and assignments.

2. Professional Digital Life:

LinkedIn offers professional networking opportunities, allowing me to connect with other educators, share insights, and potentially discover new teaching methods or resources. It can also be a platform for professional development and staying updated with trends in education.

My engagement with the state educational LMS (https://e.me.edu.gr/) demonstrates my adaptability to digital platforms for educational purposes. It enables me to leverage technology to enhance my teaching methods and provide students with a more interactive and engaging learning experience.

3. Similar Experiences to Other Educators:

While I may not have extensive experience with social media, many educators share a similar focus on utilizing digital tools for professional growth and enhancing classroom practices. The emphasis on educational platforms and networking through avenues like LinkedIn aligns with broader trends in education toward digitalization and online collaboration.

4. Enrichments and Downsides:

Enrichments: My digital life likely brings enrichments such as access to a wealth of educational resources, opportunities for professional growth, and the ability to connect with educators globally.

Downsides: However, there may also be downsides, such as potential information overload or the challenge of discerning credible resources in the vast digital landscape. Additionally, the absence of social media may limit my exposure to certain educational discussions or communities, although my blog and LinkedIn presence offer alternative avenues for engagement.

In conclusion, my digital life as an English teacher in rural Greece appears to be a balanced mix of personal and professional engagement with digital platforms. While I may not have extensive involvement in social media,my use of platforms like LinkedIn, my educational blog, and the state educational LMS demonstrates a thoughtful integration of technology to enhance both my teaching practices and professional development.

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My digital life is part of my personal and working life. Thanks of digital life the life pace is incredibily fast. We have very fast and efective communication and we dont have to wait for letters for few days. Our task are waiting and expectiting to be done immediately, this can couse a big pressure in our work, maybe also our personal life. On the other hand we have all possible sources in our hands - mobile devices 24/7. Its only up to us what rules we will set up and if we are able stay few hours wihout holding our phones.

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My digital life is all about technology and how it can totally change things up in the classroom. I'm always on the hunt for cool apps and online tools to throw into my lessons because I think it makes learning more fun and helps each student learn in their own way, all while teaching them to think critically.

I keep my website, I have eTwinning projects where students can work together online.

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Digital age becomes our fates as teachers, it ,i used every place of our teaching life. As nearly all of our students have tablet, pc or mobile phone, they are using continiously digital tools and it brings a new term to our life as digitalization.

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Life has changed a lot and has become digital, maybe more than I have ever wanted. I use technology in my professional life for organizing my lessons, developing europen projects, communicating and collaborating with colleagues and partners on a daily basis! I send and reply to messages every day! I totally depend on my phone and I sometimes feel relieved when I am somewhere with no or a very weak Internet connection!!!! I try to integrate technology in teaching, learn new tools and develop my students' digital skills. In my personal life I am happy when I can complete a job online without phone calls or visits. Life has become simpler, faster, richer! Yet, depending on technology so much also scares me as I feel we lose our freedom.

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In today's digital age, we teachers have seen both upsides and downsides to our personal and professional lives. On the positive side, technology has enriched teaching by providing access to a wealth of resources, facilitating communication with students and parents, and enabling more personalized learning experiences. However, there are also downsides such as increased workload due to managing digital platforms, potential privacy concerns, and the need to constantly adapt to new technologies. Overall, while technology has brought many benefits, it has also introduced challenges that teachers may not have anticipated.

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Digital life becomes more and more present as the time goes by. I use digital apps for professional communication and communication with my family and friends. I also very often make purchases online. Many useful information, books, and music songs can be found almost instantly online. I know that many people use smart devices like heaters in their homes so that they can turn them off or on even if they are 1000km away. All these show how useful digital life is.

The negative side of digital life is that it may produce internet addiction, which is a kind of mental illness. Then the internet and devices like smartphones are overused and it can have many negative consequences.

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I have have to agree, that the use of digital tools, starting from PC, mobile, tablet has enriched life in modern countries. But, since I lived this transition time, from the time we only had a home phone to a time where always being connected, I can see the difference. Technologies has enhance our life, many things, I can solve things sitting in front of a PC, but also technologies enter your life even if you don't want. Nowadays, children in my opinion are digital learner from very young age, and they are eager to learn. But my question is, to what extent, using technologies starting from young age, and often in a very passive way, can help new generations? As educators we have a very responsible role, in teaching in how to use the techonolies and not to be used and spoiled by them. Schools should teach how to use but also how to disconnect from them!

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My life is divided between laptop, family, school, friends, nature and a little sport. Digitally speaking, I admit that there are days when my laptop takes up a lot of my time...

I have a lot of digital knowledge and I work with many online tools and applications, both in my personal and school activities or in professional training activities.

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In my everyday life, real life coexists with digital life in a 50%-50% ratio. As a teacher I use digital technologies in teaching, collaboration with colleagues, communication with parents and professional development. In my professional digital life, my connection to the digital world is via computer at work and at home. In my personal digital life, however, my mobile phone is the median with my friends and family and the means by which I do most of my daily jobs. I often panic when I don't know where I've left my phone and although my daily transactions have been simplified quite a bit, this interdependent relationship scares me.

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Today, it is hard to imagine life without mobile devices, internet, Wi-Fi and digital tools. I use them every day in my work. In the music culture class, I use a digital textbook that is connected to various interactive contents. It provides students with interesting and dynamic teaching through teaching materials. As technology and the digital world develops every day, I try to follow the trends. I admit that my knowledge is not enough even though I use digital tools and technology every day. I also learn a lot from the students who daily introduce me to new streaming platforms, digital tools for creating different audio and video content, communication tools, and social networks.

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As an English teacher and eTwinner, I integrate digital education into my English lessons with pleasure. I use different web tools and apps for different learning purposes.

For me, embracing digital tools has been both rewarding and challenging:

1. Enriched Teaching Practices: As an educator, I have found that integrating technology into my teaching has enriched my lessons and engaged students in new and exciting ways. Digital tools allow for more interactive and personalized learning experiences.

2. Expanded Reach: The digital classroom has broken down geographical barriers, allowing me to connect with students from around the world (because of the war in Ukraine my students are in different countries now and we have remote studying). This expanded reach opens up new opportunities for cultural exchange and diverse perspectives.

3. Professional Development: Embracing digital tools requires me to engage in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and teaching methods. While this can be challenging, it also presents opportunities for growth and learning.

4. Work-Life Balance: The boundary between personal and professional life can blur in the digital age, as I may find myself constantly connected to work through email, messaging apps, and online platforms. Finding a healthy work-life balance becomes crucial for me in this context.

5. Technical Challenges: Embracing technology in education can come with technical challenges, such as learning new software or troubleshooting issues with online platforms. Patience and resilience are key as I navigate these obstacles. I usually try and study a new tool myself, then I teach how to use it my students. And only after that I give creative tasks with usage of this web tool.

Overall, while there are certainly challenges associated with embracing technology in education, the benefits often outweigh the downsides. The digital age has transformed teaching practices and opened up new possibilities for me as a teacher, and students alike.

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As a teacher digital life include every step of my day not only in the school but also after school, planning lessons, recording grades, connecting with our Ss, parents, online meetings, follow up our class....etc.

As a PhD students i can not do any of my researches without digital tools, e-books related to my fields, Youtube channel learning about several concepts , several analysis software....etc

As a member of a family, we connect through several digital tools and social media.

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My everyday routine includes digital life for work and digital personal life.

As a teacher and a teacher trainer in the field of educational technology, we use digital tools to collaborate, communicate and work with in order to understand their features and how they can be implemented in teaching and learning. Additionally, professional development through courses takes place online, as in this situation.

My personal life includes also digital tools to communicate with friends an family, to be informed for news and socialize in social media. I enjoy watching movies and series online.

There is always the effort to achieve balance, and avoid addiction to online life.

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My life is incresingly digital,. I use Alexa all the time. I have a vaccum robot and I use hamebanking and I do most off my supermarket shops online.

As an educator I use Classrrom and a lot of the apps that come with G suite. I also like to explore the potential of others apps like Genially or Ebook creator. And what better way to star then searching tutorials in Youtbe....

I also use the internet to search for materials and ideas for my classses. For example, I´m currently searching for ideas of how to implement a escape room.

And also this MOOC and other online courses which are very relevant to my professional development.

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I enjoy to use digital tools in the classroom, in eTwinnings project and for communicate with students, teachers and parents. Benefits include facilitating communication, access to resources and innovative teaching and learning methods. However, there can also be disadvantages, such as over-reliance on technology or difficulties in adapting to new tools and platforms.

The use of technology in education can bring significant benefits, but it is important to manage it in a balanced way to avoid possible negative effects.

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As an L2 teacher and eTwinner, I blend language education with digital innovation. Every day, I guide students through linguistic nuances and cultural exploration. With digital tools, I create immersive experiences and foster global connections. Through online collaborations, we break down borders and cultivate digital literacy. Together, we navigate the digital landscape, shaping curious and empowered global citizens. As I reflect on my dual roles as an L2 teacher and an eTwinner, I am reminded of the profound impact we have on shaping the next generation of global citizens. Through language and technology, we bridge cultures, spark curiosity, and ignite a passion for lifelong learning. In this digital age, the possibilities are endless, and together, we embark on a journey of discovery, exploration, and transformation.

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Since I discovered eTwinning, my professional life and, I can say ,my life is changed. I have learned a lot thanks to the projects I carried out with my European colleagues: integrating digital tools in my lessons, spur my students to face challenges and increase both knowledge and competence, create an inclusive environment, learn to mediate and solve problems and so on. As regards my life I feel happy to have the possibility to meet competent and enthusiast people to collaborate with and learn from them. However, I think there are also downsides and one of them is : technology creates dependence. I know that the first thing I do when I wake up is to check my emails or my whatsapp messages and live with my phone next to me every moment of the day. Moreover, I am a hardworker and when I use my computer I forget eveything and never stop.

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In the ever-expanding digital landscape, our thoughts take on a new form. No longer confined to the quiet corners of the mind, they flicker across screens, translated into pixels and electrical signals. Fleeting ideas morph into meticulously crafted emails, while spontaneous conversations become strings of text messages. The constant hum of information bombards us, shaping the way we process and organize our thoughts. Attention spans shrink as we flit between digital stimuli, and the once linear flow of thought becomes fragmented, a kaleidoscope of hyperlinks and notifications. Yet, within this digital realm lies immense potential. Collaboration flourishes across continents, knowledge becomes instantly accessible, and creative expression finds new avenues. The challenge lies in harnessing this power effectively, in striking a balance between the constant influx and the mindful exploration of our own digital thoughts.

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Since my parents live far away (already for a long time), the support of digital tools is essential. But I also have to deal with a wide variety of programs every day at work. Thanks to the great possibilities of digital tools, my partner network and my experiences are now growing. But everything has two sides, that's why you actually have to find a balance for yourself so that you benefit from digital life and are not overwhelmed.

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I don't know if we can imagine our current life without digitisation (email, websites, WhatsApp).

I use different tools in both my professional and personal life:

*in class activity, to increase students' interactivity and interest in learning,

*to develop eTwinning projects,

*to organise an Erasmus VET mobility,

*attending webinars and online courses,

*bills payment, online shopping

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In recent years, I have tried to keep up to date with the emergence of new digital technologies. By introducing them into the current teaching, I was able to raise the level of knowledge of the students I work with.

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My digital life has increased my load work, because now, after teaching at the school center, I have to upload extra materials and more content in the digital platform. Despite this, I have to say that I love exploring new tools, AI apps, and new teaching methods based on digital tools. So, in brief I think I have to balance all of it, so that not to feel overwhelmed.

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My digital life, personal and profession is very full!!! I know that digital skills are important in my job as IT teacher and school principal for communication and collaboration. I like using Digital Tools because they help me work together with colleagues in distance and keep students interested. But, it's sometimes hard to me to make sure everyone can use these tools, and of course too much screen time are be tiring.

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My daily life and time at work, but also my free time is full of digital activities. My work is on computers and I necessarily deal with digital applications. My daily life is largely digitized. Information, banking transactions and transactions with the state are all digital.

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I like to explore new tools

Maybe the previous years i was more into it and nowadays i feel a bit of... fed up (?)

I guess all of us need a break and pick the tools that are really handy

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My professional life is completely digital: emails, websites, powerpoints, and even setting up a digital school. In my private life I also use digital technology, but the carbon footprint of digital technology scares me and I'm looking forward to retiring to reduce that footprint. :)

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When reflecting on my digital life, personally and professionally, I find it to be a blend of convenience and complexity. In my personal life, technology has enabled me to stay connected with loved ones, access information instantly, and manage daily tasks efficiently. However, it also brings challenges such as the need to balance screen time with real-world interactions and concerns about privacy and cybersecurity.

In my professional life, technology has revolutionized the way I work, collaborate with colleagues, and access resources for teaching and learning. Similar to educators who have shared their experiences, I have found that integrating digital tools and platforms has enhanced my productivity and effectiveness in my professional endeavors.

While there are numerous benefits to my digital life, such as increased connectivity and access to knowledge, there are also downsides that I never anticipated. These include the potential for information overload, distractions from constant notifications, and the blurring of boundaries between work and personal life. Additionally, concerns about data privacy, online security, and digital addiction have emerged as unexpected challenges that require careful navigation.

Overall, my digital life has been a journey of exploration and adaptation, presenting both enrichments and drawbacks that have reshaped how I live and work in the interconnected digital age.

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My life has entered its digital space fundamentally during and after the covid pandemic. Constantly being introduced to new tools, platforms and options. It feels like being caught in a storm at points though..

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Hard to say what is the difference between digital life in professional and private way. I use social media (Instagram) for both reasons. I have a lot of professional contacts in Whatsapp or Telegram and try to be in contact regularly especially during projects. School email and Teams are included in my mobile phones, so I can be in touch in issues from school very quickly. On the other hand I stop using them during holidays and weekends. This is time for my private life and using social media on regular base, but for private reason. I have to say that I am glad for the possibility to have friends all over Europe.

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Digital life is now an integral part of our life. Every day in our daily lives between private and institutional emails, training, online shopping for ebooks. We have more devices at our disposal, the hectic life leads to being technological. The school approaches innovative methodology with the use of technology. DaD plans with COVID and integrated digital teaching plans born after COVID. I like seeking action on personal and professional information; I am less social.

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I can't say that I use digital tools all the time. In my personal life I don't use my mobile very often, I only have facebook and instagram but on the other hand I prefer doing some work digital for example e-banking. At school I use some digital tools in my lesson but not all the time.

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I use digital tools all the time.

In classroom I try to use digital tools to make a dynamic learning environment, to engage students în activities, to stimulate their interest in learning. I use different apps and platforms for didactic materials and for planning the lessons. I use digital tools to communicate with students and peer teachers. We use digital communication in school. I use digital for learning, for professional development.

I also use digital tools im my free time. I stay in touch with family and friends, I watch films, listen to music etc.

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My digital life is all about technology and how it can totally change things up in the classroom. I'm always on the hunt for cool apps and online tools to throw into my lessons because I think it makes learning more fun and helps each student learn in their own way, all while teaching them to think critically.

I keep my website, I have eTwinning projects where students can work together online.

I'm always trying to find the latest and greatest ways to use tech in education.

So basically, tech is a big part of my world, both for making my teaching awesome and for helping other teachers see the power of it too. My goal is to create a learning environment that's exciting and helps every student reach their full potential, all with a little help from technology.

And my digital life isn't stuck in the classroom. It helps me in daily life, too.

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I am a step away of becoming addicted to technology and that scares me, therefore I have reminders /timers, so I don't spend too much time on my phone.

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I use all the possible technology tools not only because it is useful, quick, easily corrected, submitted etc but because of some health issues, it is very diffcult for me to actually write by hand, hence my life has only improved due to technology. I also never feel like I am not succeeding as all tasks can be digitally done therefore making me feel part of a very active community.

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I use digital technology a lot both for work and for my everyday life. No doubt, it has made our lives easier in more ways than I can imagine. However, it has also made us become almost addicted, to the extent that we don't want to miss anything every day. This sometimes has a toll on our personal lives and health.

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I am an enthusiast of new technologies.

Thanks to this my professional and personal life is enriched.

I am very concerned about the use of screens because it harms my eyesight.

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I can't imagine my life without digital technology anymore. It makes teaching more interesting, gives lots of opportunities to collaborate. However, it is a bit time consuming but once you learn how to use the tools, you can arrange everything very quickly.

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It all boils down to how we use tech, have to find a way of making it work for you and finding the right balance.

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I recognize myself in all the educators who have shared their feelings about the way digital tools have been changing and influencing our lives. It's true I am always connected, I am indeed checking emails and messages all day long. It's true we can keep in touch with students, colleagues, and relatives wherever we are and whenever we want. In classes teaching is really more involving and we can practice listening, reading, writing, and speaking activities in the same class thanks to the available tools.

on the other hand, I sometimes feel a little bit "addicted" and the possibility to be always connected has become a necessity.

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My contact with digital technology is daily. Both in terms of emails and the digital tools I use on a daily basis. I may be using my computer, my laptop and even my cell phone at the same time when I am engaged in a task I am doing. Communicating with people who are far away is a daily occurrence through digital devices, whether for communication and collaboration needs or for family communications

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I feel similar to the university professor who check his email every hour and also in free time! I keep in touch with my colleagues and work team, with eTwinning partners thanks to digital communication tools and I am always checking their messages. This could represent a danger for our mental health, I know. But it is also true that this is a part of our life, we can't imagine to live, work, share ideas, feelings and over all to practice effective teaching strategies without digital tools and technologies. We have to pay great attention to the use of digital tools and not to the digital tools themselves: they could be our safety and richness or, on the contrary, our problem and difficulty.

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I AM INTERESTED IN INNOVATING MY LESSONS USING ITC AND DIGITAL COMPETENCE

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I agree with Eleni's post. I'm very interested in digital innovations to discover new teaching strategies, to engage pupils in a student-centered learning.

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My digital life has been quite enriching so far. Personally, it has allowed me to stay connected with loved ones, access information easily, and manage my daily tasks efficiently. Professionally, digital tools have enhanced my productivity, communication, and collaboration with colleagues. I have had similar experiences to other educators who have shared the benefits of integrating technology into their lives. However, there have been downsides such as information overload and the challenge of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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In today's world, Digital life is inseperable part of our lives .This has some cons and pros of course .It really makes our life easier in many aspects but it also hinders us from real life interactions.The important thing is To find the balance !

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We never disconnect from our digital live. Through our social networks, digital work platforms. The advantage is the global connection.

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I try to learn new tools, which will help me to conductu a lesson better and to communicative better. Indeed, digital tools can be time saving and motivating but we can not put aside texbooks and handwring as neuroscience proves handwriting perpetuates learning.

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In recent years, digital life has increasingly entered both personal and professional life.

I use various web tools for both school and myself. Discovering the world of eTwinning helped me discover a lot about the internet, various programs and tools that I did not know.

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There is no doubt that digital life has facilitated our lives mainly in terms of communication and direct exchange of messages. I use a lot of communication tools and apps both in personal and professional level. It has served me very effectively so far, especially with people from other countries. I couldn't imagine how easily I could speak with a person in a far away country without any cost. Of course, wise use is necessary so that our privates lives won't be violated.

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My digital life has been both a blessing and a challenge. Being almost constantly connected to my job, students, and colleagues has allowed for unparalleled efficiency and collaboration. The ability to communicate seamlessly and access information at any time has undoubtedly enriched my professional life. The convenience of online resources and communication tools has transformed the way I teach and engage with my students.

However, the downside is the constant tether to work, blurring the boundaries between personal and professional life, and that started during Covid lockdown when we were at home, teaching. Striking a balance has been a struggle, and there have been times when the pressure to stay connected has taken a toll on my well-being. It's crucial to recognize the need for breaks and personal time, which is something I've been actively working on lately.

Similar to other teachers, I've experienced the positive aspects of digital connectivity, such as improved collaboration and resource-sharing. On the flip side, the challenge lies in navigating the potential for burnout and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Despite the downsides, the enrichments in terms of professional development and connection with students are undeniable. As I make a conscious effort to disconnect at times, I find myself appreciating the benefits of digital life while also recognizing the importance of unplugging for my own mental and emotional well-being.

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In the last four years, my digital life has improved a lot. The period of the pandemic led me to research, learn and use applications that I am not familiar with, adapt my work to the online environment and avoid paper waste. Today I use the electronic catalog, hold online meetings, create educational resources,keep in touch with parents, students and other colleagues, evaluate students' works online, participate in eTwinig and Erasmus+ projects, etc.

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Digital life is our online footprint. I use digital tools to facilitate my work, for creative presentation and for communication with colleagues, parents or project partners. In personal life I use internet for socializing, communication, buying goods and for researching.

But, there should be a balance - no digital tool can replace live conversation, social contact or empathy. True human values must be preserved and cherish.

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I use digital tools every day, one way or another. I start my day checking emails, and I use technology each lesson. While I have my phone with me, I feel I am constantly connected. And this is also what my colleagues tell me. I feel overwhelmed sometimes.

As a solution each evening I have one hour without any digital tool, just staying outside or having a walk.

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Digital life effectively is about finding a balance. Finding ways to leverage the positive aspects for connection, information, and professional growth while mitigating the negatives through conscious steps to protect privacy, manage distractions, and maintain boundaries between work and personal life, is important.

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Melisa Husejnović, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Melisa Husejnović, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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So far, I sometimes forbid myself to use social media because I spend a lot of time there. I think it is really important to have boundaries in using technologies.

I learn a lot through digital tools about teaching and how to implement traditional lessons in the new world.

Generally, there are good and bad days. It is crucial to use it wisely.

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We are being forced into a digital transition in educaction without thinking about the consequences for our students.

Indeed, digital tools can be time saving and motivating, but we can't put aside textbooks and handwriting as neuroscience proves handwriting perpetuates learning.

There should be a balance.

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Digital tools are part of our lives. It facilitates our personal work, work with students, certain aspects of family life, helps us to communicate permanently with our loved ones, trains us and permanently connects us to the new. I don't think in this century we can imagine life without these tools. But, we have to use them effectively so that we don't become dependent on them. Because we should not forget: There is social life, professional life, family life and beyond!