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EARLALL Academy #13: AI and Inclusion in Adult Education
03/06/2025
On 3 June 2025, EARLALL hosted the webinar “AI and Inclusion in Adult Education” as part of the EARLALL Academy. The session offered a critical overview of the evolving role of artificial intelligence in adult learning, highlighting how AI technologies are transforming educational practices and how adult learners interact with these tools.
The webinar also examined ongoing policy and institutional efforts to ensure that AI is integrated in inclusive, ethical, and effective ways.
Two distinguished speakers led the discussion:
- Prof. Paolo Federighi, Honorary Professor, shared insights into how artificial intelligence can support and enhance human work. He provided an international perspective on the integration of AI in education and highlighted key challenges, such as the limited adoption of AI tools in European workplaces. He also underscored the importance of fostering critical thinking and civic engagement in shaping ethical AI development.
- Raffaele Saccà, Strategic Director at Fondimpresa, addressed the rapid development of generative AI and its implications for society and education. He called for a coordinated European approach to upskilling and reskilling, emphasizing the need for AI literacy and the active participation of civil society in ensuring that AI serves inclusive and democratic goals.
This session provided valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and training providers on how to navigate AI’s growing presence in adult learning while ensuring equity and inclusion.
