Der Beitrag beschreibt, wie die Erfassung non-formaler Weiterbildung im Mikrozensus weiterentwickelt wurde und wie sich dies auf die gemessene Weiterbildungsbeteiligung auswirkte. Im Jahr 2023 wurde ein neues Frageformat mit angepasster Reihenfolge und überarbeitetem Fragetext anhand eines...

Context: Soft skills or critical core skills (CCS), e.g., communication, problem solving, etc, have been recognized by both individuals and organizations as important but at shortage in the labour market. Within this context, the development of CCS for the employees becomes more and more...

Lifelong learning within vocational education significantly influences innovation and entrepreneurship decisions. This is particularly pivotal in developing countries where bridging the gap between entrepreneurial talent demands and the supply from vocational institutions is vital. This study...

Der Beitrag beschreibt, wie die Erfassung non-formaler Weiterbildung im Mikrozensus weiterentwickelt wurde und wie sich dies auf die gemessene Weiterbildungsbeteiligung auswirkte. Im Jahr 2023 wurde ein neues Frageformat mit angepasster Reihenfolge und überarbeitetem Fragetext anhand eines...

Rapid technological advancements, innovation, shifting job market demands, and organizational change have made continuous learning and skill development essential for leadership success. Higher education institutions (HEIs) are expected to play a critical role in preparing future leaders;...

Angesichts tiefgreifender Transformationsprozesse in Gesellschaft und Arbeitswelt begegnen Hochschulen dem zunehmenden Bedarf an berufsbegleitender Fachkräftequalifizierung gegenwärtig verstärkt mit wissenschaftlichen Weiterbildungsformaten, die sich durch kurze Laufzeiten und einen...

This report investigates whether higher education systems across Europe recognise and validate learning outcomes from non-formal and informal learning. Specifically, the report looks at whether non-formal and informal learning can enable alternative access to higher education; the extent to...

This report investigates whether higher education systems across Europe recognise and validate learning outcomes from non-formal and informal learning. Specifically, the report looks at whether non-formal and informal learning can enable alternative access to higher education; the extent to...

This independent, external study supports the European Commission in the evaluation of Council Recommendation of 22 May 2017 on the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning (2017 EQF Recommendation). It includes an assessment of effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and...

This independent, external study supports the European Commission in the evaluation of Council Recommendation of 22 May 2017 on the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning (2017 EQF Recommendation). It includes an assessment of effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, coherence and...

Lifelong education includes both formal and informal learning patterns across an individual's life, aimed at continuous personal development and enhancing societal quality of life. This concept emerged as an extension of educational advancements, representing a broader, more profound...

Information literacy (IL) plays an essential role in digital inclusion as it enables people to make use of the information available in multiple mediums on the Internet through digital devices. This study intends to examine the effect of IL on lifelong learning (LL) through the mediating role of...

The present research is focused on how lifelong gender inclusive education moderates the effect of governance on structural transformation. It is based on a sample of forty-one countries in Africa for the period 2004 to 2021 and the adopted empirical strategy is the generalized method of moments...

Angesichts tiefgreifender Transformationsprozesse in Gesellschaft und Arbeitswelt begegnen Hochschulen dem zunehmenden Bedarf an berufsbegleitender Fachkräftequalifizierung gegenwärtig verstärkt mit wissenschaftlichen Weiterbildungsformaten, die sich durch kurze Laufzeiten und einen...

Although the transition towards a more climate-neutral economy is likely to be net employment positive, this is of no consolation to those who may lose their jobs in the process. Moreover, the types and levels of skills that will be needed raise questions about the employment opportunities of...

Our study investigates the heterogeneity of skill demands within occupations, the firm activities that are associated with demand for broader skill sets, and the firm characteristics that are related to particular skills and different combinations of skills. We use a unique matched database of...

This report is the third volume of a Cedefop study on developing EU standards for monitoring and evaluating lifelong guidance systems and services, expanding the evidence base on outcomes and impacts of career development support. It aims at generating better understanding of the costs of...

This study examines the added value of microcredentials for end users. Current knowledge gaps in the perceived exchange value of microcredentials within the labour market raise the question of whether they can be sufficiently trusted by those acquiring them to become building blocks for lifelong...

This report presents the results of the 2023 data collection on the structural indicators for monitoring education and training systems in the area of higher education in public and publicly subsidised private higher education institutions. The report contains two composite indicators on the...

Since the 1950s, European countries have worked towards a single common market, with actions including removing barriers to citizens' free movement. Cooperation on vocational education and training (VET), as first stipulated in the 1957 Treaty of Rome and reaffirmed in 1992 by the Maastricht...

Introduction to Reskilling and Upskilling -- Strategies for Coping With Changing Workforce Demands -- Systematization and Structuring of Reskilling and Upskilling Measures -- Proactive Skills Planning for Targeted Growth -- Insights into Creating Effective and Efficient Reskilling and Upskilling...

Teil 1: Einleitung -- Teil 2: Flexible Arbeitsorte und -zeiten -- Teil 3: Psychologie und Soziologie der Arbeit -- Teil 4: Arbeitssicherheit und Ergonomie -- Teil 5: Technologie und Digitalisierung -- Teil 6: Organisationsentwicklung und Führung -- Teil 7: Bildung und lebenslanges Lernen --...

"Exploring adult education through learning theory reveals effective strategies and principles that enhance the educational experience for adult learners. As individuals return to the classroom looking to advance their careers, acquire new skills, or pursue personal interests, they bring unique...

This paper surveys the emerging economics literature on the relationship between employee training and firm performance. Most studies find very high returns to training, at least from the perspective of firms, indicating that the costs of training can be recouped in short periods of time. These...

In this paper, the authors explore the way(s) that information and communication technologies (ICT) might contribute to effective coordination of lifelong guidance and validation of non-formal and informal learning. Based on 12 national practices, the paper illustrates the potential for...

We assess whether online data on vacancies and applications to a job board are a suitable source for studying skills dynamics outside of Europe and the United States, where a rich literature has examined skills dynamics using online vacancy data. Yet, the knowledge on skills dynamics is scarce...

This paper examines the role of lifelong learning in counteracting skill depreciation and obsolescence. We build on findings showing that different skill types have structurally different depreciation rates. We differentiate between occupations with more hard skills versus more soft skills. To...

Education has been cited in both theoretical and empirical literature as a key driver of socioeconomic growth. African educational outcomes, however, continue to be subpar at all levels. This study examines the impact of democracy on lifelong learning in 52 African countries from 1990 to 2020,...