Masterclass Series “The SKILLS Bridge” - Episode 9
Innovation and Excellence in Education and Lifelong Learning
As the world navigates rapid technological advancements, climate and demographic changes, and globalisation, excellence and innovation in education and lifelong learning are crucial for developing a capable, resilient, and adaptable workforce. This webinar aims to bring together thought leaders and researchers from International development organisations and countries to share good practices to promote excellence and foster continuous innovation in education and lifelong learning.
Key Takeaways from the Event
Lifelong Learning as a Transformative Tool
Lifelong learning and skills development are essential for addressing challenges like globalization, technological advancements, and demographic shifts. They prepare individuals and societies to adapt and thrive.
Equity and Excellence in Education
The pandemic underscored the importance of creating education and skills training systems that promote both equity and excellence, ensuring everyone has access to opportunities for growth.
Innovation and Accountability
Effective skills systems leverage innovation and accountability mechanisms to align training with labour market demands and foster meaningful skill acquisition.
Future-Ready Societies
Investing in skills and lifelong learning is proactive, shaping a future of inclusivity, resilience, and adaptability in the world of work.
The Call for Action
Education and lifelong learning are tools for adaptation and the foundation for building inclusive, resilient, and future-ready societies.
Objectives
- Promote Excellence in Education and Lifelong learning: Explore strategies for ensuring high standards of quality, relevance and inclusion.
- Foster Innovation: Showcase innovative practices in education and lifelong learning.
Recording
Tentative Agenda
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
11:00 – 11:05 CET | Introduction By Dr Ashwani Aggarwal, Global Workgroup Leader (Skills and Lifelong Learning Policy, Systems and Digitalization), ILO Geneva |
| 11:05 – 11:15 CET | Keynote Address (7-10 minutes) By Dr Mamta Murthi, Vice President, The World Bank (tbc) |
11:15 – 12:15 CET | Presentations and panel discussion (Moderator: Dr Ashwani Aggarwal) Centers for Vocational Excellence: Ms Chiara Riondino, Head of Unit, The European Commission Personalised Training pathways: Ms Marieke Vandeweyer, Senior Policy Analyst, OECD Innovation in higher education in India: Mr Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, National Skill Development Corporation, India |
12:15 – 12:25 CET | Q&A session Moderator: Dr Ashwani Aggarwal |
| 12:25 – 12:30 CET | Closing remarks Mr Alexander Amiri, Director of Sponsorship and Partnership, WorldSkills |
Audience
Education and training policymakers, administrators, and educators
- Industry leaders, employers and workers
- International development organisations and NGOs
- Researchers and academics in education and training
Anyone interested in improving skills and lifelong learning systems around the world can join these Masterclasses. There are no fees.
Language
The working language of the webinar is English
Resources
Participants
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Ashwani AggarwalWork Group Leader (Skills and Lifelong Learning Policy and Digitalization), ILO -
Mamta MurthiVice President, Human Development at World Bank -
Chiara RiondinoHead of Unit, The European Commission -
Marieke VandeweyerSenior Policy Analyst, OECD -
Ved Mani TiwariCEO, National Skill Development Corporation, India -
Alexander AmiriDirector of Sponsorship & Partnership and Member of the Management Team at WorldSkills International
Coordinator and moderator of SKILLS Bridge Masterclass series
Ashwani Aggarwal ([email protected]) Workgroup Leader (Skills and Lifelong Learning Policy, Systems and Digitalization), ILO Switzerland
Contact person
- Mr Sanjay Bahl, [email protected]
- Mr Yasser Meneses, [email protected]
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