KURSUOK (en. Take a course)

By project SKYLA

Published on 27 January 2025

Lithuania

About this good practice

Lithuania's adult education system faced a significant challenge as rapid technological advancement created growing skill mismatches between workforce capabilities and job requirements, while the country lacked an efficient system to access learning opportunities. KURSUOK emerged as an innovative solution, establishing a one-stop-shop digital platform within the Individual Learning Accounts framework. The platform achieves its objectives through a comprehensive implementation strategy. It connects learners with over 1,000 verified training programs, each exceeding 54 academic hours and following strict 8-hour daily learning limits. The system's effectiveness is ensured through institutional collaboration: the European Social Fund Agency manages operations, while specialized educational bodies maintain quality standards. Implementation is secured by €18.4 M funding from NextGenerationEU and LT State Budget through 2026, providing individual grants up to €500. The practice benefits multiple stakeholders: working professionals access skill development opportunities, training providers reach broader audiences, and employers gain a more qualified workforce. The platform's impact is enhanced by multilingual program offerings and professional consultant support. With planned integration of employment services in 2025, KURSUOK demonstrates how digital innovation effectively addresses workforce development challenges while making lifelong learning accessible to all citizens.

Expert opinion

The initiative KURSUOK is a one-stop-shop digital platform designed to transform adult education in Lithuania under the Individual Learning Accounts framework. Funded with €18.4 million from NextGenerationEU and the Lithuanian state, it offers over 1,000 verified training programs, each exceeding 54 academic hours with 8-hour daily learning limits. Managed by the European Social Fund Agency and supported by four institutions and ten consultants, KURSUOK provides grants of up to €500 per user. The platform has facilitated 11,566 course completions among 53,336 users, with a 98% satisfaction rate. This good practice is especially valuable for countries or regions seeking to modernise their adult education systems by developing a one-stop platform for accessing learning opportunities.

Arnault Morisson

Works at Interreg Europe Policy Learning Platform

Resources needed

Platform operates with a total investment of €18.4 M from NextGenerationEU funds and LT state budget. The implementation is sustained by 4 specialized institutions providing technical, administrative and quality assurance services, with additional support of 10 consultants.

Evidence of success

KURSUOK has demonstrated effectiveness in transforming LT adult education landscape. The platform's success is evidenced by its comprehensive reach and high-quality service delivery, distributing €7.4 M in educational funding while maintaining an exceptional 98% user satisfaction rate. The ecosystem of 102 verified providers offering 1,172 quality-assured programs has facilitated 11,566 successful course completions among 53,336 registered users.

Potential for learning or transfer

KURSUOK represents a highly transferable model for regions seeking to modernize their adult education systems. The platform's success is built on several key transferable elements: Innovative Digital Solution, its multilingual capability (30+ programs in different languages), quality Assurance Framework: the platform maintains high standards through strict requirements: minimum 54-hour programs, regulated daily learning (8 academic hours), and comprehensive monitoring. Swift quality control is evidenced by successful intervention in underperforming programs. Sustainable Funding Model: Combining EU funds with national support and participant co-financing (~ €519 000), the platform has efficiently distributed €7.4 M in educational funding. The upcoming integration with employment services. The platform's proven success metrics, robust quality control, and adaptable implementation strategy provide a clear blueprint for regions seeking to implement similar digital education marketplaces.