Investigating teachers' perspectives on digital competence across educational levels.

Nowadays, digital technologies have become an integral part of educational practices, but understanding their effective use to improve learning and pedagogy remains crucial. This study stems from the activities of the Erasmus+ D-Paideia project, which aims to fill the gaps in the DigCompEdu framework by emphasising social and emotional competences, digital well-being and mental health. The research involved consultations with teachers, using a mixed-methods approach with a Likert scale questionnaire and thematic analysis of open-ended responses. Results from 158 participants showed distinct practices, needs and challenges across different educational levels (from ISCED 0 to ISCED 3), alongside some common themes. Notably, there was consensus across all levels on the importance of professional engagement, including promoting well-being practices and understanding ICT policies. Overall, while teachers are increasingly incorporating digital tools into their teaching, there is a pressing need for continuous training, improved resources and strategies to address online risks and enhance student engagement.