Sirkku Kotilainen

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Sirkku Kotilainen is a leading scholar at the intersection of media education, digital literacy, and youth studies. Her research critically examines how children and young people engage with evolving media environments, with a particular focus on the implications of artificial intelligence for media literacy. In her influential 2019 paper, "Minors and Artificial Intelligence – Implications to Media Literacy" (22 citations), Kotilainen pioneers the discourse on how AI-driven platforms reshape young audiences' critical thinking and participation, arguing for updated pedagogical frameworks. Her broader contributions include advancing the concept of "media literacy education" as a civic necessity, emphasizing the need for inclusive, participatory approaches that empower minors as active agents rather than passive consumers. Kotilainen's work has been instrumental in shaping European policy discussions on digital citizenship and child safety online. With a career spanning decades, she has also led major international research projects and authored numerous reports for organizations like the European Commission. Her scholarship remains a cornerstone for educators, policymakers, and researchers seeking to navigate the complex interplay between technology, youth, and democratic engagement in the digital age.