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Employment and Social Developments in Europe: Addressing labour shortages and skills gaps in the EU

The European Commission published its 2023 Employment and Social Developments in Europe. It finds that labour shortages are seen across occupations and skill levels, particularly ...
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The future of vocational education and training in Europe

This European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop) report summarizes three years of research on vocational education and training (VET) in Europe since ...
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The effects of the EU Fit for 55 package on labour markets and the demand for skills

This OECD study measured shifts in employment and skill demand across the EU as a result of the adoption of Fit for 55 policies.
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Transformative change and SDG 8: The critical role of collective capabilities and societal learning

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8 aims to harmonize economic, social, and environmental aspects of sustainable development through inclusive and sustainable economic growth with full employment ...
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Skills in transition: The way to 2035

As part of the 2023 European Year of Skills, the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop) published this report to provide a ...
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On the Futures of Technology in Education: Emerging Trends and Policy Implications

This Joint Research Centre (JRC) report identifies and explores emerging technologies with the potential to significantly impact education.
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