28.10.2024
The JFF – Institute for Media Education in Research and Practice is preparing a research report on how parents can be better supported in (media) education. The report focuses particularly on better reaching those parents who have previously had difficulty being reached by (media) education programs.
An online survey of professionals is intended to provide insights
For this survey, the JFF aims to gather the expertise and experience of professionals working in the fields of parental support, family education, family assistance, child welfare, and media education, regardless of whether they offer media education or other services. Even those who do not offer media education programs can contribute insights and experiences.
Which paths have been taken, and which are proving successful? Furthermore, the report will also examine the challenges that need to be addressed and the necessary prerequisites for success.
What barriers exist – and how can they be overcome?
Different groups of parents are considered "difficult to reach" for media and/or socio-educational parent work and parent education because barriers make it difficult for them to use services (e.g. parents in special/challenging life situations, parents with a migration background/lower income and/or less education, parents with disabilities, multiple burdens on the family...).
In practice, there is certainly experience regarding how offers should be designed to meet the needs and conditions of relevant target groups and which methods of addressing and implementation are promising.
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The JFF is preparing the research report on behalf of the Bavarian Regulatory Authority for New Media (BLM). The results will be presented to the public in spring 2025. Further information about the project.
Overview of existing concepts
This research report is not about evaluating individual services. Rather, it aims to provide an overview of existing service concepts, compile practical insights, and facilitate an exchange of experiences in order to identify the conditions for success.
The information provided in the questionnaire and in the expert discussions will be treated confidentially and in compliance with all data protection regulations. The presentation of results will only refer to formal and content-related characteristics of parental services without reference to specific service titles, providers, or organizations.