Recognition of prior learning for studies analysed
A majority of countries in Europe provide the possibility for access to or fulfilment of higher education based on prior non-formal and informal learning.
Education
EU Youth Strategy is relevant but not influential
Based on the mid-term evaluation of the EU Youth Strategy, the Commission wants to better communicate on youth policy by setting up national youth coordinators.
EU wants to improve quality of traineeships
The European Commission has proposed a new Directive to combat bogus internships. Critics say it lacks ambition.
EU wants to introduce a European Degree
European Commission Vice-President Schinas: “The European Degree will find its place next to Schengen, Erasmus+, the Euro.”
Good practices of university alliances’ R&I
European University Alliances share good practices on their research and innovation activities and how they can impact society.
Switzerland ranks 12th in the European Skills Index
The 2024 European skills index, which assesses the performance of skills systems in Europe, shows a positive trend towards slow convergence.
PISA results highlight the need for EU action
The newest PISA test results show that underachievement in the EU is increasing while, at the same time, excellence is decreasing.
New EU recommendations on schools’ use of AI
The report presents helpful tools and teaching material on AI for different age levels.
European Parliament’s suggestions for Erasmus+
In a new Parliament resolution, the MEPs propose to triple the Erasmus+ budget to overcome participation hurdles for underrepresented groups of young people.
EU implements youth check for all policies
As a legacy of the European Year of Youth 2022, the EU takes concrete steps to further youth mainstreaming.