AI Course for Adult Education: Framework Agreement with Fobizz
The German adult education centers’ umbrella organization (DVV) has partnered with the digital education provider Fobizz through a new framework agreement. This collaboration opens doors to further training focused on using artificial intelligence (AI) within educational settings, alongside access to relevant AI tools.
Growing Demand for AI Tools in Adult Education
Interest Among Staff and Learners
Christina Bellmann, a consultant in DVV’s digitization department, confirms a noticeable rise in interest regarding AI and its educational applications. Many employees and course leaders at adult education centers are especially curious about how to integrate AI tools effectively and thoughtfully into their teaching.
Last year, DVV offered a popular training series titled “On track with AI,” which will continue this year in partnership with the “Digital for all” initiative. The collaboration with Fobizz complements these efforts by providing additional resources and training opportunities.
Demand and Course Variety
While precise statistics on AI course attendance are not yet available—since the German Institute for Adult Education (DIE) does not record AI courses separately—adult education centers report strong demand for AI-related offerings. In fact, the vhs course finder currently lists over 1,300 courses tagged with “AI.”
The courses range from introductory workshops like “What is AI?” to more practice-oriented sessions focusing on tools such as ChatGPT and image generators. Ethical and social implications of AI also receive attention through critical discussion formats.
Collaboration with Fobizz: Expectations and Challenges
Encouraging Adoption
The DVV hopes many adult education centers will take advantage of the framework agreement to access Fobizz’s digital training offerings. The platform provides practical courses and tools that suit the needs of further education institutions, especially for digital and AI-supported teaching.
Budget Considerations
Budget constraints remain a challenge for some centers, particularly smaller ones. Despite favorable conditions under the agreement, financial limitations could hinder access. Political support, such as the “Digital Pact for Continuing Education” mentioned in the coalition agreement, could help address these challenges by funding digital development and staff qualification.
Fobizz’s Strengths and Adoption Outlook
Quality and Data Protection
The DVV was impressed by Fobizz’s well-prepared, practical course content covering a broad spectrum—from basic digital and media education to AI-supported teaching. Importantly, Fobizz meets strict data protection standards, a key consideration for public adult education institutions.
Current Usage
So far, no concrete information is available about specific regional associations acquiring licenses for Fobizz. Since the offer is new, internal committees have yet to provide feedback or report on its uptake.
About the Framework Agreement and Future Outlook
The DVV aims to ensure that all employees of German adult education centers will have access to AI tools and related training courses compliant with data protection rules. This move intends to support the digital transformation of adult education, optimize administrative and teaching methods, and offer learners modern educational opportunities.
Four German states have already acquired Fobizz state licenses for school teachers. The new federal government’s coalition agreement emphasizes the importance of digital skills for societal resilience, democracy, and economic competitiveness. It proposes a “cross-age digital skills offensive,” which includes reaching populations outside formal education systems.
As digital-only principles for some administrative services become enforced, the pressure to acquire basic digital skills will grow. Adult education centers, supported by initiatives like the DVV-Fobizz partnership, are positioned to meet this demand effectively.
For educators interested in expanding their skills with AI, exploring comprehensive training options can be a practical next step. Platforms like Complete AI Training offer a variety of courses designed for different skill levels and professional needs.
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