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    Sep

    From Learning to Living — Co-creating education quality across European regions

    Final Conference of the European research project CLEAR

    Organiser: CLEAR

    The Final Conference presents project’s results and features a Keynote by Prof. Gert Biesta (University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom) and a European Roundtable with expert inputs by Prof. Nafsika Alexiadou (Umeå University, Sweden), Prof. Tanja Sturm (University of Hamburg, Germany) and Prof. Justin J. W. Powell (University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg) that aim at dis­cus­sing the policy impli­ca­ti­ons of the project’s findings.

    The Conference takes place at the Fundação Cidade de Lisboa, Campo Grande 380, 1700-097 Lisbon, Portugal on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, from 10:00 to 17:30 (UTC). The con­fe­rence language is English.

    Conference Theme & Research Context

    What are edu­ca­tio­nal achie­ve­ments? What insti­tu­tio­nal, struc­tu­ral, indi­vi­du­al, or spatial factors decide on edu­ca­tio­nal success? And how do they interact in the process of cons­truc­ting learning outcomes? CLEAR’s Final Conference addresses issues that young people face during their life courses. Since low achie­ve­ments, mainly reported among groups in multi-dis­ad­van­ta­ged positions, have a massive impact on life quality and prospects of learners, we examine how inter­sec­tion­al factors and issues of Spatial Justice interact at local/regional levels to produce different learning outcomes. Our analyses are also informed by the results of par­ti­ci­pa­to­ry actions that have provided us with expert knowledge of national/regional poli­cy­ma­kers and local prac­ti­tio­ners and helped us to develop a more holistic and reflexive approach to education.

    The CLEAR Research Project

    The European research project Constructing Learning Outcomes in Europe: a multi-level analysis of (under)achievement in the life course (CLEAR) is conducted with 13 partners in eight EU-member countries—Austria, Bulgaria, Finland, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain. Designed as a multi-level, mixed-method study with trans­ver­sal par­ti­ci­pa­to­ry elements, it seeks to examine the com­bi­na­ti­on of multiple factors that shape learning outcomes and affect their quality.

    For more infor­ma­ti­on about the project, please visit our website: www.clear-horizon.eu. Registration for the Final Conference is open until August 31, 2025, at: https://clear-horizon.eu/registration-final-conference/

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    10:00 – 17:30
    Fundação Cidade de Lisboa, Campo Grande 380, 1700-097 Lisbon, Portugal
    Conference
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    September

    2026

    Sep
    9
    09:00-12:00
    LUMSA University, Rome; Online via Google Meet
    Konferenz

    Learning to Learn through Micro-Credentials in a Regional Setting

    International Seminar

    LUMSA University

    The closing event of the Erasmus+ project Learning to Learn through Micro-Credentials in a Regional Setting (L2L MicroCred) will present the project results, further exploring possible implementation in the twinning regions. The project develops open-access micro-credentials to promote lifelong learning, employability and social inclusion. Launched in November 2024, the project brings together four partner universities – Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, University of Limerick, LUMSA University and Central Queensland University – in an international collaboration aimed at developing innovative, flexible and inclusive educational opportunities for adults in different regional contexts. The seminar will offer the opportunity to learn about and discuss the main results achieved during the project. The micro-credentials developed by the partner universities will be presented, together with the Learning Design Toolbox, a digital and operational guide for the design of short, inclusive training courses capable of fostering the involvement and motivation of adults in training. The program also includes a discussion on the possibilities of transferring, adapting and enhancing the results of the project in additional educational, professional and territorial contexts. Participation is free upon registration by filling out the following form: https://forms.gle/ADY2LbY1Aojijrj29
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    Sep
    16–
    18
    09:00
    Universität Rostock
    Conference

    Berufsbildungswissenschaft in Zeiten globaler Transformation und demo­kra­ti­scher Verantwortung

    Jahrestagung der Berufs- und Wirtschaftspädagogik

    Sektion Berufs- und Wirtschaftspädagogik (BWP) der Deutschen Gesellschaft für Erziehungswissenschaft (DGfE)

    Die berufliche Bildung obliegt einer besonderen Verantwortung, da sie die demokratische Teilhabe stärkt, gerechte Chancen ermöglicht und die Menschen auf eine vernetzte Welt vorbereitet. Mit der BWP 2026 möchten wir zeigen, wie Berufsbildungswissenschaft Orientierung bietet, und zwar evidenzbasiert, praxisnah und dialogisch. Der Call for Papers ist offen bis 28. Februar 2026
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    Sep
    17
    10:00-11:00
    Zoom
    Forum

    ENE webinar: From Graz to the World: Inspiring the Future of Vocational Excellence

    ETF Network for Excellence (ENE) 

    Following last year's Forum on Vocational Excellence in Graz "Dual Education and Training for Competitive Regions", the 2027 webinar will focus on key messages from Graz Forum on the role of dual education and training, how cooperation beetween VET providers and regional stakeholders can aid in driving vocational excellence as well as perspectives on developing dual education and training approaches to especially respond to regional skills needs, skills development and competitiveness. The webinar will provide an opportunity to discuss emerging trends, share lessons learned and identify ideas that can inspire and strengthen Centres of Vocational Excellence across ETF partner countries. The ETF Network for Excellence (ENE) promotes peer learning and knowledge exchange among Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs), helping members learn from each other's experiences and translate innovative practices into action.
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    Sep
    21–
    23
    09:00
    Cologne, Germany
    Conference

    Sustainability in Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    5th G.R.E.A.T. Conference

    German Research Center for Comparative Vocational Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.), University of Cologne

    The conference will address current issues and findings within the context of sustainability in VET. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), initiated in 2015 in the United Nations’ publication ‘Transforming our World’, declare VET as a central aspect of Goal 4 of the SDGs, which aims to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” (UN, 2015, 17). Within the context of the conference, a broad understanding of the concept of sustainability will be applied, integrating scientific papers from a wide range of perspectives. Consequently, both conceptual and empirical contributions are welcomed. In addition to ecological topics, social and economic issues can also be the focus of investigation, whether at the macro, meso or micro-level of VET. Contributions may also focus on formal, non-formal, or informal learning, as well as on topics such as green VET, gender, migration, demographic change, AI, or other areas that can be meaningfully linked to sustainability in VET. The call for papers is open until 15 January 2026
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    Sep
    23–
    25
    10:00
    Shanghai, China
    Conference

    Shaping a Skills-Driven Future

    Worldskills Conference 2026

    WorldSkills International

    The WorldSkills Conference 2026 is the premier global platform where leaders, experts, and young people come together to shape the future of skills. Taking place alongside WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, the Conference will unite diverse voices to accelerate innovation, equity, and excellence in skills development worldwide. This is not only a gathering, but a call to action – empowering policy makers, industry, and education to share best practices and deliver skills solutions in a rapidly changing world and shape the United Nation’s post-2030 agenda.
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    Sep
    24–
    25
    17:00
    Vienna
    Conference

    International Conference on Inequity in Education

    Austrian Launch of the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report 2026: Countdown to 2030: Access and Equity

    Department of Education, University of Vienna, Austrian Commission for UNESCO, Austrian Foundation for Development Research

    The event aims to discuss achievements and challenges related to the implementation of SDG4 at the global level, with a particular focus on access to and equity in education. It seeks to promote critical examination of the topic from multiple perspectives and to contribute to the further development of dialogue among diverse stakeholder groups, including policy makers, researchers, education workers, and civil society. Call for papers open until 30 April 2026
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