Expert Meeting on AI and TVET

 

The conference was held from February 18 to 19, 2025 in the inspirational environment of the Factory of the Future (Fraunhofer IFF Elbfabrik) in Magdeburg, Germany bringing together leading experts from around the globe to explore the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET).  

Latest developments in AI teacher training programs, AI applications, and the integration of AI into higher education were discovered. Valuable insights into the competencies needed for future jobs and practical strategies for incorporating AI into curricula and training programs were provided. 

Background:  

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the landscape of education and the workforce. The integration of AI into TVET is essential to prepare learners for an AI-driven future, ensuring they have the necessary technical and transversal skills to thrive. The urgency to act is underscored by the rapid pace of technological change and the growing gap between current workforce skills and future job requirements. This expert meeting is rooted in the understanding that AI is not just a technological advancement but a catalyst for significant shifts in how work is performed and society’s function. 

This conference offered a unique platform for educators, policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers to:  

  • Engage with cutting-edge research and best practices in AI and TVET 
  • Network with international experts and stakeholders 
  • Develop actionable strategies to integrate AI into education and training programmes 
  • Experience state of the art training and research facilities in action/hands on 
  • Explore the future competencies needed for an AI-driven workforce 
  • Learn about industry use cases first hand and on-site. 

Be at the forefront of AI-driven education and shape the future of skills development.  

Unlock your potential to use AI in technical vocational education and training, ensuring a future-ready workforce equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. 

Weitere Informationen

AI competencies on the job: Co-creating a blueprint for workplace AI literacy   

Prof. Sebastian Lang & Johannes Schleiss, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg