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Educational systems face digital and social challenges across Italy
Educational institutions are facing multifaceted challenges involving structural instability, digital transformation, and shifting social values. Data indicates a significant change in student engagement, with the percentage of students not participating in religious instruction rising from 10% to 20%. Additionally, a monthly wage gap of over 300 euros exists between certain educational sectors and the public administration.
In Verona, the municipality is implementing the “Come il vento che corre la terra” project to foster an “educating community.” Supported by Fondazione Cariverona, the initiative aims to support the skills and autonomy of children. Demographic data for Verona shows that of the 12,200 children aged 6 to 11, 23.3% do not hold Italian citizenship. The project seeks to address social disparities and school dropout rates through community-based support.
Religious leaders, including Don Gioacchino Prisciandaro of the Molfetta-Ruvo-Giovinazzo-Terlizzi diocese, emphasize the need for schools to serve as laboratories of humanity. They advocate for an educational model that integrates intelligence with conscience and competence with social responsibility, particularly in the face of rapid technological advancements like artificial intelligence.
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Comune di Verona · Don Gioacchino Prisciandaro · Elisa La Paglia · Fondazione Cariverona · Verona
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] There are more than 12,200 children between the ages of 6 and 11 living in Verona. www.heraldo.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 23.3% of children aged 6 to 11 in Verona do not hold Italian citizenship. www.heraldo.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The monthly wage gap compared to the public administration exceeds 300 euros. ameve.eu
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The percentage of students not participating in religion classes increased from 10% to 20%. ameve.eu