Integration of Vocational Education and Lifelong Learning in the Digital Era: Pathways and Challenges

Abstract In response to the impact of digital technology, an in-depth discussion on how vocational education and lifelong learning can achieve integrated development in the digital age was held at the parallel session on “Integrating Vocational Education and Lifelong Learning” on November 22, 2024, during the World Vocational and Technical Education Development Conference. The session brought together nearly 200 experts and scholars from the global education and business sectors for keynote speeches and open discussions, sharing insights and practical experience from various countries on this topic. The participating experts exchanged views on the experience, challenges, and future development pathways of vocational education and lifelong learning in the digital age, providing valuable references for fostering organic integration.