News about VET from Germany

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New Ambassador of the Republic of Botswana meets iMOVE

On 20 March 2024, the Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB), iMOVE and the Ambassador of the Republic of Botswana to Germany, His Excellency John-Thomas Dipowe, discussed opportunities for cooperation with the German education sector.

Implementation of UNESCO Recommendation on Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

In an informal setting in february 2024, more than 80 representatives of National Commissions for UNESCO from around the world shared their experiences in implementing the Recommendation at national level.

Nigeria: Bayelsa Is Going To Partner Institutes On VET - Programme Modelled After Germany’s VET

Bayelsa State Government has indicated its readiness to partner with Gregory University, Uturu in Abia State on a vocational training programme to create a critical mass of middle-class and higher manpower to drive the local economy. The programme is modelled after Germany’s vocational training system.

Making sustainability tangible - with the VET Chain

Sustainability is slowly making its way into the training and framework curricula as a cross-cutting standard profile item in VET. In this context, GOVET has developed the "VET Chain" counselling tool, which celebrated its premiere as a specialist workshop at didacta 2024.

Heinze Akademie Pioneers TVET Transformation through China Overseas Training for Innovation Team

Heinze Akademie proudly launched the "China Overseas Training Project for TVET Innovation Team" in collaboration with the Chinese Ministry of Education. The three-week initiative brought together 209 outstanding teachers from 43 vocational colleges and universities across China for specialized training in Germany.

How DIMO is Elevating Vocational Education in Sri Lanka

The DIMO Academy is making waves in the world of vocational training in Sri Lanka. The academy is characterised by a dual training method and curricula based on Germany.

German-Vietnamese Cooperation on the Exchange of Skilled Workers

A German delegation visit to Vietnam from January 23-24 highlighted prospects for bilateral cooperation in developing Vietnamese skilled workers. They discussed key points raised during the visit, including challenges and business growth opportunities.

Cedefop's NQF online tool allows cross-border comparison of qualifications

A new, updated, version of Cedefop's National qualifications frameworks (NQF) online tool can help policy-makers develop more transparent qualifications systems and allow individuals to gain an overview of the value of their qualifications throughout Europe.

Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative on International Day of Education

"Education and lifelong learning are essential to achieve a just and sustainable development, and tackle inequalities, through dialogue, solidarity, mutual understanding and cooperation, inclusive, democratic and participatory governance, and gender equality. At the same time,  they are key to protecting, sustaining and building peace [...]"