In a world where artificial intelligence and cyber threats are reshaping the workplace, digital skills have become a strategic necessity. ICDL France launched the Tour de France ICDL, a nationwide initiative aimed at meeting partners across regions and fostering dialogue on how to strengthen digital competencies for employability, inclusion, and business competitiveness.
The initiative places digital inclusion at its core. With the ICDL (International Certification of Digital Literacy), students—regardless of background, school type, or region—can build digital skills in a structured way and document them with an internationally recognised certificate, supporting educational equity and social participation. At the Mainz ceremony, Thomas Michel, CEO of ICDL Germany (DLGI), noted …
Since 2024, the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan and ITE have partnered to make digital competence a measurable, verifiable standard for every K-12 teacher. ITE designed and delivered a large-scale professional development program that takes educators from baseline diagnostics, through face-to-face instruction, to internationally recognized certification. More than 5,000 teachers …
Why Micro-Credentials Matter in Today’s Job Market In today’s rapidly evolving labour market, micro-credentials have emerged as a powerful mechanism for upskilling, reskilling, and supporting lifelong learning. Unlike traditional degree programmes, which often struggle to adapt to the fast-changing needs of employers, micro-credentials offer flexible, focused, and competency-based learning opportunities that align directly with industry …
How Graduate Programmes impact Continuous Learning Graduate programmes are an investment in the future, both for the individual and the organisation. These programmes are uniquely positioned to offer new graduates hands-on experience, while cultivating a mindset focused on learning and development. By providing structured opportunities to acquire, practice, and expand skills, companies ensure that graduates …
A Brief History: From Book Rental to Book-Free For years, many schools relied on book rental schemes or asked parents to bear the full cost of educational materials. Recognising the pressure this placed on families, especially those with multiple children, the Department of Education introduced the Schoolbooks Scheme for Junior Cycle students in 2024. The …
On July 9th, 2025, digital skills leaders from across Europe gathered in Brussels for the “Empowering Europe with Digital and Cybersecurity Skills” conference. Hosted by the Slovak Permanent Representation to the EU and the Slovak Digital Coalition, the event brought together policymakers, educators, industry experts, and certification bodies to answer a critical question: “What level …
The ICDL Robotics module was officially launched in Hungary at the highly successful Digital Competence Development Conference in October last year. The event organized and held by the Neumann Society in its History of Informatics Exhibition, Szeged, placed a special emphasis on robotics, particularly the launch of the ICDL Robotics module, which is based on …
As the official certification body for ICDL in Germany, DLGI sets standards in digital qualification. With 2.5 million graduates and a strong presence in schools, ICDL has long been an established certification. By linking to “Mein Bildungsraum”, learners can seamlessly incorporate their certificates into their educational records – a significant advantage when starting their careers. Smarter Learning with AI and Interactive Modules The ICDL-Port2 …
SPECTO recently hosted a highly successful webinar for trainers from 10 countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The event introduced participants to ICDL Insights and other trending modules, highlighting the growing relevance of these certifications in today’s digital landscape. The webinar attracted over 260 trainers, with a diverse mix of attendees: …
