Great job!

Thank you all for participating in this crucial discussion.

Now I would like to encourage everyone to share any AI learning materials, tools, or resources you may have developed or found valuable. 

By sharing resources and insights, we can collectively understand AI better and ensure it benefits all learners.

The mindful and critical adoption of AI in adult education and skills identification can, indeed as discussed, be a way to equalise the modern societal rhythms for people that have been especially excluded from processes due to lack of time, money or access based on prejudice. 

It's really interesting to further explore how this becomes broadly available to our learners and educators and what are the next steps we will need to take in order to retain this interest! 

As we engage in this dialogue on EPALE, I'm reminded of the profound impact AI holds for adult learners and lifelong education. AI isn't just about cutting-edge technology, it can be a way to empowerment and inclusion. If used correctly, inclusively and strategically AI can positively transform education, offering tailored learning experiences that cater to diverse needs and preferences.

Whether it's personalized learning path or adaptive assessments, AI has the capacity to revolutionize how we approach education at all stages of life. Education is a dynamic landscape, constantly evolving to meet new challenges and opportunities. Our AI frameworks must mirror this dynamism, embracing agility to adapt to the ever-changing needs of adult learners.

Equity is another cornerstone in our pursuit of responsible AI in education. For marginalized groups, access to quality education has since ever been a challenge. AI has the potential to bridge this gap, but only if we ensure equitable access and representation in its development and deployment.

And perhaps mostly important, collaborationis key. Governments, educational institutions and civil society must join forces to shape AI policies and practices that prioritize ethical considerations and human values. Together, we can harness the transformative power of AI to create a future where lifelong learning is not just a privilege but a universal right.

In essence, as we explore the intersection of AI and adult education, let's remember the individuals behind the technology - the adult learners thriving for knowledge and empowerment. Let's ensure that AI serves as a catalyst for their journey, enriching lives and communities in meaningful ways.

In educational and career guidance in particular, it is increasingly important that we develop and define an appropriate AI skills frameworks, as AI skills go beyond Dig.Comp. Above all, there is a need for up-to-date upskilling of counsellors so that they can integrate AI into their work with clients in a needs-based and practical way and thus also contribute to reducing the digital gap and also include marginalized groups in the digital transformation. As part of our Erasmus+ KA2 project 'OCCAY - Online Career Counselling Academy' we have developed an innovative and flexible training offer to strenghten the digital skills of educational and career counsellors, which has been used by over 370 counsellors from over 14 countries in Europe and beyond https://occay.eu/courses/hybrid-flexi-course/ 

I am already looking forward to the event and I am excited about the impulses 

Hello everyone. Here is a very interesting report on the topic: AI report - Publications Office of the EU (europa.eu). This report is about AI in education in general, not only about adult learning, but it includes adult learning. It looks into teachers' competencies, practical examples of AI use in education, ethical and legal considerations, and a lot more. 

The report is the result of an online working group ("squad") from another European platform: the European Digital Education Hub. Check it out if you are interested in AI in education.

And good luck with the event in May; I will not be able to attend, unfortunately.

Artificial intelligence tools can have a significant impact on communities, improving education systems, making learning more accessible, personalised and inclusive. To achieve this, however, it is essential that adult educators and teachers are competent in the ethical use of AI tools. 

For example, in my course "AI tools for meaningful learning and training", I give educators the opportunity to apply strategies to help them select different tools, critically assess their suitability and use them ethically at different stages of the learning process - in the creation, delivery and evaluation of training. This approach not only supports the learning of specific tools, but also helps teachers and trainers to acquire truly modern digital skills and to be able to apply them in a flexible way.  
 

In my course, I stress the importance of continuous professional development and active engagement with new tools and methods. I encourage teachers to remain versatile by constantly updating their toolbox with the latest technological tools and teaching methods. This approach, which I will emphasise throughout the training, involves constant reflection, frequent updating of teaching content and an open dialogue on the incorporation of new technologies. It ensures that educational methods remain up-to-date and relevant to the constantly evolving technological landscape. In turn, this not only contributes to the development of the individual, but also enriches the community, preparing an informed and competent population ready to face modern challenges.