Lithuania

Q1. Have the Member States reviewed their legislation, policies and learning frameworks to ensure that they are aligned with the recommendations, principles and guidance?

The new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022 includes digital competencies (Article 11.6) and civic citizenship competencies (Article 11.5). General programs aim to strengthen personal values, self-confidence, resilience, creativity and citizenship education and create conditions for every student to achieve higher achievements by providing a solid foundation of knowledge. This new curriculum encompasses four areas: civic identity and civic power, living in a community while creating a democratic society, respect for human rights and freedoms, state creation and strengthening of statehood in the international community. Digital competence areas include digital content, digital communication, digital security, and problem-solving. It is important to note that each of these areas is developed progressively from preschool to secondary level.
The 2013-2022 State Education Strategy No. XII-745 approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania (document not valid anymore). The goal of this strategy is to ensure Lithuanians become conscious citizens who independently build their success and integrate into both the national and global community, contributing to an advanced economy and unique national culture. One of key areas targeted in this strategy is developing teacher digital competences. Finally, it integrates guiding principles of the recommendation and digital citizenship as part of its values for example democracy and equal opportunities, citizenship, the realization of freedom and ethics, tolerance and dialogue.
The 2018 Requirements for Computer Literacy Programs for Teachers Act approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania describes the digital competence requirements for teachers and student support specialists. It mentions DigComp 2.1, DigCompEdu: European Framework for the Digital Competence of Educators as examples of digital competence frameworks. Chapter II of the strategy discusses the content and organization of teacher digital literacy programs, highlighting the key competencies teachers should develop in students. These areas include information management, communication, digital content creation, security, digital teaching and learning, and addressing digital literacy issues.
2021–2030 Education Development Program. It outlines long-term goals for the Lithuanian education system, including the development of digital, IT, civic literacy, safe online practices among students to prepare them for the digital age. It emphasizes the need for enabling education to produce stronger democratic society and culture, and to promote national, civic and political awareness and mutual trust.

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Q2. Have the Member States promoted the implementation of the Recommendation in formal, non-formal and informal education settings?

The new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022: the new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022 has approved 7 horizontal competences, including citizenship and civic power competence, which teaching and learning is integrated horizontally in all subjects from 1^st to 12^th grade.
The 2013-2022 State Education Strategy No. XII-745 approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: No information was found (document not valid anymore)
The 2018 Requirements for Computer Literacy Programs for Teachers Act approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: see renewed version 2019
2021–2030 Education Development Program. see renewed version 2024
Other initiatives/awareness raising activities: a) Digital citizenship virtual school. Project is developed by the European Wergeland Centre, aims to provide an interactive online platform with resources for teachers and students to enhance citizenship competences. It facilitates the exchange of best practices among educational professionals in Latvia, Lithuania, and Norway. b) The Lithuanian Safer Internet Centre has published recommendations for parents on child safety on the internet, covering topics such as cyberbullying and communication with strangers. c) Digital Transformation of Education (EdTech) project offers free online classes on digital literacy covering topics such as curb security and digital content education. d) An online course ” Integrating Digital Citizenship Across the Curriculum ” at the American Space at the National Library of Lithuania. e) The 2021 Resolution on Future Digital Transformation and Digital Sovereignty in Lithuania, includes increasing internet use and access to fast-speed internet, developing at least basic digital literacy skills among adults, and ensuring that the formal education system develops competencies in digital skills, cybersecurity, etc. f) The Centre for Digital Ethics – a non-profit, independent organisation dedicated to the well-being of the smart society, especially children and young people, in the digital world. g) The DIGIRES project in Lithuania is implemented by the Department of Public Communication of Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) together with the major partner news website Delfi.

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Q3. Have the Member States assessed the impact of the legislation and policies implementing the Recommendation at regular intervals?

The new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022. The document specifies mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the impact of the curriculum. The Ministry of Education, Science, and Sport is tasked with overseeing the implementation and assessing the outcomes. Regular progress reports and assessments are mandated to ensure the curriculum meets its goals.
The 2013-2022 State Education Strategy No. XII-745 approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: The supervision of the implementation of the strategy will be carried out by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania (a mid-term evaluation of the Strategy was planned in 2017), the Council of Education of Lithuania (annual analysis) and the Ministry of Education and Science (continuous monitoring). Several reports on implementation were published (in Lithuanian).
The 2018 Requirements for Computer Literacy Programs for Teachers Act approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: No information was found
2021–2030 Education Development Program. No information.

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Q4. Have the relevant stakeholders been involved in the design of DCE legislation and policies at the country level?

The new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022. Stakeholders Involved in Design: Ministry of Education, Science, and Sport; educational experts and curriculum development teams.
The 2013-2022 State Education Strategy No. XII-745 approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: The stakeholders involved in the design of this strategy include representatives from the education professionals.
The 2018 Requirements for Computer Literacy Programs for Teachers Act approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: No information was found
2021–2030 Education Development Program. Stakeholders involved in design: Ministry of Education, Science, and Sport (Švietimo, mokslo ir sporto ministerija), European Commission experts, OECD experts, other ministries.

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Q5. Have the relevant stakeholders been involved in the implementation of DCE legislation and policies?

1. The new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022. Stakeholders Involved in Implementation:

Ministry of Education, Science, and Sport,

Schools and educational institutions

Local municipalities

2. The 2013-2022 State Education Strategy No. XII-745 approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania. The stakeholders involved in the implementation of the strategy are: the Ministry of Education and Science, the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania, the Council of Education of Lithuania, other state institutions, municipalities, non-governmental organizations, other legal entities and individuals such as teachers and scientists, lecturers and employers.

3. The 2018 Requirements for Computer Literacy Programs for Teachers Act approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: No information was found

4. 2021–2030 Education Development Program. Stakeholders involved in the implementation:

Local government administrations

Schools and educational institutions

Non-governmental organizations (NVOs)

Social and health service providers

Inter-institutional cooperation coordinators (TBK)

Some other ministries: culture, social affairs and labour, economy and innovations, finance, environment.

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Q6. Have the relevant stakeholders been involved in the evaluation of DCE legislation and policies?

The new preschool, primary, basic, and secondary education curriculum approved in 2022: No information was found
The 2013-2022 State Education Strategy No. XII-745 approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania, the Council of Education of Lithuania and the Ministry of Education and Science. The strategy implementation is finished.
The 2018 Requirements for Computer Literacy Programs for Teachers Act approved by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania: No information was found
2021–2030 Education Development Program. Stakeholders involved in impact assessment: Ministry of Education, Science, and Sport (Švietimo, mokslo ir sporto ministerija), OECD, local government administrations, schools and educational institutions

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Q7. Have the Member States supported the creation of frameworks for cooperation between public, private and civil society actors and education institutions?

The National Digital Coalition (NDC) in Lithuania, created by the association “Langas į ateitį” with support from the Lithuanian government, coordinates stakeholders from the private and public sectors towards a common goal of digitally transforming Lithuania. Other stakeholders supporting the implementation of activities are Ministry of Education, Science and Sports, Ministry of Economy and Innovation, Ministry of Social Security and Labour, ICT companies and non-governmental organizations.
Digital Lithuania Academy, created by the government of Lithuania, is an online digital skills training platform created by the government of Lithuania. Supported by various public and private organizations to enhance digital skills among the population, but no specific names are mentioned.
State Digitisation Development Programme 2021-2030. This program, approved by the Lithuanian government, aims to enhance digital skills across various sectors, including education. It promotes the integration of digital tools in education and lifelong learning, aiming to improve digital literacy among citizens. The program is a collaborative effort involving the Ministry of Economy and Innovation, the Ministry of Social Security and Labour, and the Ministry of Education, Science, and Sports. It focuses on creating an inclusive digital environment and supporting vulnerable groups, such as persons with disabilities, to participate fully in digital society. Supported by various public and private organizations to enhance digital skills among the population.
Connected Lithuania, Prisijungusi Lietuva focuses on promoting digital literacy, safe and responsible internet use, and enhancing digital skills among Lithuanian citizens. The platform offers self-learning resources, digital training, and various initiatives aimed at creating an efficient and secure digital community in Lithuania. The public sector partners include the Information Society Development Committee (IVPK), the Ministry of the Interior (VRM), the Communications Regulatory Authority (RRT), and the Lithuanian National Library (LNB). Among the NGOs, the Association “Langas į ateitį” plays a significant role. Additionally, the platform is supported by other partners such as the Employment Service and Digital Scouts (E. skautai).

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Q8. Have the Member States ensured that the cooperation frameworks between stakeholders align with standards for equitable quality education?

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Q9. Have the Member States been involved in cooperation between the Council of Europe and international organisations in designing and implementing strategies, policies, programmes and research on DCE?

Media literacy expert group (E02541)
Working Group on Digital Education: Learning, Teaching and Assessment (DELTA) (E03787)
Commission Expert group for Digital Education Content (E03942)
Commission Expert Group – Expert group on Safer Internet for Children
Lithuania hosted and were actively involved in the European Dialogue on Internet Governance (EuroDIG)
OECD Expert Group on Governance Responses to Mis- and Disinformation
Global Education Network Europe (GENE)
Member of INHOPE / INSAFE (Centres from BIK+) network
Member of BECID – Baltic Engagement Centre for Combating Information Disorders
The EEA and Norway Grants are funded by Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway with the aim to contribute to an equal Europe, both socially and economically – and to strengthen the relations between Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway, and the 15 beneficiary countries in Europe.  Areas of support of the Active Citizens Fund (ACF) are the following: Democracy, active citizenship, good governance, and transparency; Human rights and equal treatment through combating discrimination based on race or ethnicity, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity; Social justice and inclusion of vulnerable groups; Gender equality and fighting gender-based violence; Environment and climate change.
Member of Commission Working group on Schools

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Additional questions on the DCE Recommendation

Training on DCE to teachers and other professionals:
No response from the national authorities in the online survey.

Translation and dissemination of DCE Recommendation:
No response from the national authorities in the online survey

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