In the framework of the Lifelong Learning Programme as well as in its predecessor programmes, a large number of results and outcomes dealing with quality assurance issues in VET and adult education have been and are being currently developed. These projects are working individually, but seeking solutions for common problems. As a result there is a big need to foster an exchange between these projects as well as to valorise their results and outcomes.

The Thematic Networking Project QALLL, co-ordinated by the Austrian National Agency for Lifelong Learning with the support of National Agencies in 17 countries, has the following aims and objectives:

1. facilitate networking and mainstreaming of results and outcomes of projects in the education and training landscape

2. foster discussion of quality assurance related topics in the field of VET and adult education amongst experts and stakeholders

3. develop and give recommendations for the target group policy makers, social partners, stake holders and national authorities involved in VET and adult education

4. develop and give recommendations for project promoters, their partners, National Agencies as well as the European Commission for increasing the effectiveness and sustainability of their work.

Further details: http://www.oead.ac.at/qalll