18 Dec ALL DIGITAL position on the Implementation of the Digital Education Action Plan (DEAP) 2021-2027
18 Dec, 2024
Digital Education Action Plan DEAP 2021-2027 is a comprehensive framework to modernise European education and skills in the digital era. In June 2022, the European Commission published a bundle of related proposals. As the European Commission is reviewing the implementation of the Digital Education Action Plan, this paper focuses on the positive and negative aspects of the
recommendations. It provides actionable suggestions for their effective implementation. ALL DIGITAL has been involved in the implementation of mainly five actions of the Digital Education Action Plan 2021-2027.
Overall, ALL DIGITAL endorses the proposed Council Recommendation on enhancing the provision of digital skills in education and training and urges Member States to swiftly reach consensus on its adoption, coupled with a robust commitment to its
implementation. We remain committed to supporting the European Commission and Member States in
their efforts to foster the inclusive and accessible development of digital skills for all.
Key recommendations
ALL DIGITAL sustains the European Commission’s initiative and suggests continuing support:
- Initiatives that address the digital divide;
- Member States in setting and achieving national digital education objectives aligned with EU-wide goals, fostering a cohesive approach across Europe;
- Initiatives aimed at equipping all age groups with digital skills (LitelongLearning approach);
- Teachers’ Professional Development;
- Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector.
ALL DIGITAL proposes the following improvements:
- Expand the scope of DEAP to include informal and non-formal education.
- Increase civil society involvement in digital education initiatives.
- Promote gamified learning solutions to enhance engagement and retention.
- Accelerate the implementation of the European Digital Skills Certificate (EDSC).
- Provide comprehensive guidelines and resources for involving families in digital literacy efforts.
- Integrate emerging technologies, such as Al, to strengthen education on disinformation.
