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education centres. Since the outbreak of the pandemic the educational facilities have adopted
numerous tools devices that foster digital transformation, including but not limited to online
learning platforms, videoconferencing, collaboration tools, interactive assignment apps, VR

simulations and other subject-specific tools.
Since there are many types of adult education organizations and facilities in Poland, there is still a
need to conduct comprehensive research on the adaptation and strategy-making techniques across
centres. Whatever the strategy is, technological advancement and innovation usually benefits the

learning centres themselves, which further encourages their development.

The main issues for a successful further implementation of digital transition in Poland revolve
around ineffective funding mechanisms – as there is no unified system or strategy for financial
support. Moreover, there is a need to instil and foster the understanding of the importance of
lifelong learning among a broader population. To address this issue Poland has made some use of
awareness campaigns – such as Adult Learning Days 2019 – that promote the benefits of adult
learning, advertise specific programs and reach out to underprivileged groups.

The greatest problem, however, is the low overall level of digital skills among the general
population. According to the Digital Decade report (2023), Poland occupies the 25th position among
27 EU countries in terms of basic digital skills. This indicates that adult education centres in Poland
should be strongly encouraged to extend their outreach, especially to the elderly and other
underprivileged citizens. It is important to remember that a true digital transition comes together
only with digital inclusion.
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1.6 ROMANIA

Adult education organizations in Romania, have different opinions and have not provided sufficient
detailed information on the integration of digital education to allow a conclusive report. Opinions
vary depending on the specific goals of each organization, the resources available and the needs of
the adults they serve.

However, European trends are already influencing the medium and long-term strategies of adult
education organizations in Romania. Thus, many organizations recognize the opportunities and
benefits that digital education brings, including expanded access to educational resources, flexibility
in learning, and increased technology skills.

At the same time, there are also challenges, such as the need to invest in digital infrastructure, to
provide training for their own staff, in the sense of adequate training that allows them to assist
students in a fair and efficient way. and address existing digital gaps.

Organizations that demonstrate concern for the successful adoption of digital education feel the
need to have access to successful experiences of other organizations in Romania or in Europe on

adapting to change, improving the quality of teaching, and increasing student participation. Most of
these organizations we talked to believe that collaboration with the private sector, research
institutions and other organizations can play an important role in the successful implementation of
digital education.