ERIC Number: ED662942
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Dec-5
Pages: 114
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: 978-92-64-64085-6
ISSN: ISSN-2307-8723
EISSN: EISSN-2307-8731
Quality Matters: Strengthening the Quality Assurance of Adult Education and Training. OECD Skills Studies
OECD Publishing
This report examines the evolving landscape of adult education and training (AET). It maps existing quality assurance systems across OECD countries and introduces a framework for comparison. The report also explores how accessible information and guidance can empower learners, the critical role of data infrastructure in tracking outcomes, and the unique challenges posed by the rise of digital AET. Drawing on extensive research and case studies, the report offers strategic recommendations to strengthen AET systems, ensuring they remain responsive, and aligned with the needs of both the job market and society.
Descriptors: Adult Education, Quality Assurance, Educational Quality, Educational Assessment, Lifelong Learning, Skill Development, Global Approach, International Cooperation, Technology Integration, Equal Education, Digital Literacy, Access to Information, Relevance (Education), Program Effectiveness, Employment Potential, Career Readiness, Inservice Education
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Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Adult Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: Lumina Foundation
Authoring Institution: Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) (France)
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A