Abilitating Digital Learning to Innovate VET and Adult Education: Field Practices Supporting Policy Implementation

The pandemic exposed gaps in integrating digital technologies into training systems, but recent years have seen policies emerge to address this challenge. The Marrakesh Framework for Action prioritizes equal access to digital learning for all, including adults. Technology is reshaping how adults learn and the skills required, with educators playing a key role in designing effective digital experiences. The Digital Education Action Plan 2021-2027 highlights the need for innovation in vocational education and training (VET) providers. Similarly, the European Agenda for Adult Learning emphasizes the professionalization of educators and the adoption of innovative approaches like blended, online, and hybrid learning. While tools like DigCompEdu (2017) support digital literacy and teaching, they are insufficient for adult education and VET contexts. The Erasmus+ Agile-2-VET project builds on DigCompEdu, offering additional resources to integrate technology into training design, delivery, and evaluation. Agile-2-VET fosters collaboration among training institutions, technology providers, and education experts to create models for professional digital training. Its common Training Model equips educators, tutors, and VET staff with skills for innovative digital methodologies. Findings from the project, based on cross-country analyses in Italy, Spain, Germany, and Ireland, aim to advance digital learning in adult education and workforce development.