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Impacts of Strategic Partnerships in Germany

Adult education

Are strategic partnerships in adult education achieving the intended objectives of Erasmus+? The present publication summarises the key results of an extensive impact study.

Impacts of Strategic Partnerships in Germany
Country Germany
Publication year 2020
Topic Inclusion
129 Respondents
NA Research budget
1 country Involved
Mixed methods approach Research

Resume

The study analyses the impacts of Erasmus+ adult education projects in Germany. Strategic partnerships foster professional development, organizational growth, and innovation while addressing social inclusion and diversity. Key benefits include enhanced digitalization, international collaboration, and outreach to vulnerable groups. Challenges involve resource constraints for long-term dissemination and integration of results. Recommendations focus on improving accessibility, emphasizing sustainability, and strengthening cooperation frameworks to amplify impact.

Erasmus+ strategic partnerships have successfully advanced professionalization, innovation, and inclusion in adult education. The program drives European collaboration, enabling organizations to expand networks and improve service quality. Target groups, especially vulnerable populations, benefit significantly, gaining essential competencies for societal engagement. Institutions experience enhanced visibility and new opportunities for local cooperation. However, maintaining and scaling these benefits requires continued focus on accessibility, sustainability, and dissemination of project results.

Conclusions

  • Positive impacts on diversity, digitalization, and professional development.
  • Effective outreach to underserved and vulnerable populations.
  • Strengthened organizational networks and European integration.

Recommendations

  • Organizational: Experienced staff ensures continuity and knowledge retention. Teams balance experienced and new participants, fostering mentorship. Commitment to project goals motivates implementation despite challenges.
  • Cooperation: Diverse partnerships bring varied expertise and perspectives. Positive, collaborative climates and professional management drive efficiency. Physical and virtual spaces enhance trust and communication.
  • Quality and impact: Needs-focused, high-quality products integrate multi-perspective approaches. Strategic dissemination and stakeholder involvement ensure lasting impact.

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