8.7 Fostering the creative use of new technologies
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New technologies in support of creativity and innovation
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Facilitating access to culture through new technologies
New technologies in support of creativity and innovation
North Macedonia continues to invest in digital tools that promote creativity, innovation, and digital literacy among young people. The Ministry of Education and Science, together with the Agency for Innovation, Scientific-Technological Development and Entrepreneurship (former Fund for Innovation and Technological Development (FITD)), remains a key actor in this area.
The “Challenge for Young Researchers” programme, supported by FITD, funds innovative student projects in primary and secondary schools. In 2024, more than 25 schools received support to develop solutions in green technologies, robotics, AI-assisted learning, and digital arts. These projects encourage creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork among youth.
In 2025, the Ministry of Education and Science announced work on a new Education Strategy 2025–2030, which will replace earlier programmes such as “Computer for Every Child”. The Strategy focuses on integrating digital skills across curricula, improving infrastructure, and promoting creativity and innovation within the learning process.
The national educational platform EDUINO has evolved from a pandemic emergency tool into a permanent, interactive learning hub. It offers multimedia lessons, creative learning activities, educational games, and teacher-created content, supporting both STEM and digital arts education. EDUINO is now widely used in formal and non-formal learning settings.
In 2024, FITD additionally launched “Tech for Youth – Creative Solutions”, a programme supporting youth-led startups and ideas combining technology with cultural expression. Selected projects developed AR tools for learning about cultural heritage and VR experiences for creative education in schools.
Facilitating access to culture through new technologies
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism, through its Strategic Plan 2027–2027, prioritises digital transformation of cultural institutions and promotes access to cultural content through online and hybrid formats. Museums, libraries, and cultural centres continue to digitise collections and introduce interactive content for young audiences.
The National Institution Museum of Contemporary Art – Skopje launched an online digital archive in 2024, enabling youth to explore exhibitions through 3D visualisation and AI-supported guided tours.
The “Digital Heritage for All” initiative, supported by UNESCO and implemented by the Metamorphosis Foundation, provides open digital tools and resources that allow young people and educators to engage with heritage content, including through virtual exhibitions and interactive learning materials.
As part of EU Code Week 2024, the Metamorphosis Foundation and the Ministry of Information Society and Administration (MISA) organised coding activities where young participants developed digital storytelling projects inspired by cultural heritage, combining programming with creative interpretation.
Independent educational and cultural platforms also contribute to broader access. The Makedonika app provides free Macedonian e-books and illustrated children’s literature, while Samoglas offers audiobooks and podcasts, increasing accessibility for young people and persons with disabilities.