A conference titled "Book, Paper, and Pen in the Digital Age" was held at Italy's Ministry of Education, discussing the importance of traditional reading and writing in the era of artificial intelligence.
On February 11, a conference was held at the Ministry of Education and Merit in Italy focused on the significance of reading and writing on traditional mediums in the age of artificial intelligence. Minister Giuseppe Valditara attended the conference, which was moderated by Andrea Cangini, Secretary General of the Luigi Einaudi Foundation and Director of the Carta, Penna e Digitale Observatory. This event aimed to explore the contrasts and synergies between digital mediums and traditional forms of literacy.
Experts from various fields contributed to the discussions, including neurologist Pierluigi Brustenghi from the Santa Lucia Polyclinic, Paolo D’Achille, President of the Accademia della Crusca, Mauro Crippa, Director General of Information and Communication at Mediaset, and Marco Crepaldi, psychologist and President of the Hikikomori Italia Association. The insights from these specialists highlighted the cognitive and social implications of a digital shift and emphasized the enduring value of reading and writing on paper, particularly in a world increasingly dominated by technology.
The event also featured practical workshops designed to deep-dive into the themes discussed, enhancing the participants' understanding and engagement with the material. The conference was streamed live on the Ministry's website, indicating a progressive step towards making such pertinent conversations accessible to a broader audience, thus bridging the gap between traditional literacy practices and modern digital influences.
