Nordic Network for Lifelong Learning
The Nordic Network for Lifelong Learning (NLL) supports Nordic cooperation in policy development and implementation regarding lifelong learning and competence development. NLL is a collaborative platform for adult education providers and policy makers. NLL builds interdisciplinary networks across all the Nordic countries, focusing on the priorities of the Nordic Council of Ministers. More about NLL here.
News
Following the project “Voices of young immigrants – inclusion in education, work and society”, which was part of the Icelandic presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers in 2023, the work on paving the way for more inclusive communities continues.
On 10th December, the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) II survey, conducted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), was published. Results show that the Nordic and Baltic countries score high, yet there are still important lessons to be learned. Lifelong learning seems to be part of the answer.
Minister of Education Kari Nessa Nordtun presented the European Language Award to NAV Frogner during an Erasmus+ seminar in Bergen. The winning project aims to provide adults, with immigrant or refugee backgrounds, with additional language support in the workplace.
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Data from the PIAAC surveys provide rich information about adult skills in literacy, numeracy and problem solving, and how adults use their skills at home and at work.
Valladolid, Spain on June 27-28, The Nordic Network for Adult Learning (NVL) participated in the European Basic Skills Network (EBSN) annual conference, focusing on ‘Upskilling and Reskilling for the Twin Transition: Digital and Green Transformation’.
The Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) is an OECD survey measuring key information-processing skills in literacy, numeracy and problem solving among the adult population aged 16–65.
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Events
The 16th Nordic conference on basic literacy for adult immigrants.
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