Digital Content and Creativity

Abstract

The idea of the Knowledge Society is to add value to ideas, creativity and interactions. In the new scenario of an enlarged Europe there is a need to catalyse a common understanding that encourages the richness resulting from cultural diversity but also censures the unwanted effects that can sometimes arise from such diversity (e.g. clashes between cultures), thus leading to a common vision of the European Society. Young people and their special creativity could play an important role in such a scenario, particularly if supported by digital technologies. One of our aims is to promote creativity by maximising the cultural and educational potential of new technologies. Digital technology affects our lives in so many areas, including health, security, safety, work and similar fields, and particularly in the fields of cultural interests, creativity, entertainment, communication and relationships.