Developments: New legislative framework for ALE in the works
The need for a strong adult learning and education (ALE) system had seldom been more apparent than during the global pandemic. Although some challenges related to funding are still visible, there is an effort within the ministry of education to revise the legislative framework for ALE, which is appreciated by the EAEA member in Iceland Leikn.
The necessity to switch to virtual learning had a largely positive impact on participation, with more adults joining online learning opportunities. Learning programmes continued partly online, partly face-to-face, with necessary sanitary measures in place when needed.
Sustainability
Regarding sustainability, EAEA’s Icelandic member has a strategy to promote sustainability both in their workplace and in their learning programmes, but the implementation of UN sustainable development goals varies significantly across the sector.