Activities of Kent JOHANSSON related to 2011/0371(COD)
Shadow opinions (1)
OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing "ERASMUS FOR ALL" - The Union Programme for Education, Training, Youth and Sport
Amendments (28)
Amendment 39 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 14
Recital 14
(14) The renewed Copenhagen Process (2011-2020) defined an ambitious and global vision for Vocational Education and Training policy in Europe, and requested support from Union Educational Programmes to the agreed priorities, including international mobility and reforms implemented by the Member States. That policy should be supported and prioritised within the Programme. Moreover, since vocational education and training plays an essential role when fostering good conditions for research and innovation, it is of special interest to highlight this part.
Amendment 40 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 15
Recital 15
(15) It is necessary to strengthen the intensity and volume of European cooperation between schools, and of the mobility of school staff and learners in order to address the priorities set out in the Agenda for European cooperation on schools for the 21st century , namely to improve the quality of school education in the Union in the fields of competence development and in order to improve equity and inclusion within school systems and institutions, as well as to reinforce the teaching profession and school leadership . In this context, particular importance should be given to the strategic targets on reducing early school leaving, improving performance in basic skills, improving participation and quality in early childhood education and care , as well as to targets on reinforcing the professional competences of school teachers and school leaders , and improving the educational chances of children with a migrant background and those at socio economic disadvantage . Furthermore, emphasis should be put on enhancing language skills in order to respond to the globalisation of many workplaces.
Amendment 41 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16 a (new)
Recital 16 a (new)
(16a) It is of crucial importance that the Programme reinforces a lifelong dimension and the recognition of key and interdisciplinary competences and skills gained through non-formal education, in order to strengthen complementary aims of learning such as active citizenship, social inclusion and employability. Therefore it is important to view learning in a broad perspective, also including education carried out by labour unions, non-governmental organisations, institutes, the civil sector and employers. The programme should ensure support and participation of a broad field of organisations carrying out education and training.
Amendment 42 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
Recital 19
(19) The programme should contribute to develop excellence in European integration studies world-wide, it should in particular support institutions that have a European governance structure, cover the whole spectrum of policy fields that are of interest for the Union, are non profit organisations and provide recognised academic degrees. This should also include youth organisations and experts on youth policy.
Amendment 43 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19 a (new)
Recital 19 a (new)
(19a) Cooperation between the Programme and civil society organisations in the field of education, training, youth and sport, at national and European level needs to be strengthened. It is of great importance to create a broad ownership about lifelong learning strategies and policies. Civil society is essential to take into consideration stakeholders ideas and concerns at all levels and constitutes a base of a solid dialogue between the Union and its citizens to make European lifelong learning area a reality.
Amendment 45 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 22
Recital 22
(22) For this purpose, it is recommended to extend the use of the single framework for the transparency of qualifications and competences (Europass) under Decision No2241/2004/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 December 2004 , the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) under Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 April 2008 , the European Credit system for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET) under Recommendation of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2009 and the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Furthermore, it is important to advocate and strengthen the implementation of vocational education strategies and policies within the Programme.
Amendment 47 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 1 – paragraph 3
Article 1 – paragraph 3
3. The Programme covers education at all levels, in a lifelong learning perspective, in particular Higher education, Vocational Education and Training and Adult learning, School Education, Non-formal training and Youth.
Amendment 48 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 2
Article 2 – point 2
2. ‘non -formal setttraining’ means a learning context that is often planned and organised, but not part of then organised process that provides people with the possibility to develop their values, skills and competencies other than the ones developed in the framework formal education and training system.
Amendment 49 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 5
Article 2 – point 5
5. ‘Support for policy reform’ means any type of activity aimed at supporting and facilitating the modernization of education and training systems through the process of policy cooperation between Member States, in particular the Open methods of Coordination;, including structured dialogue with civil society, organisations providing non-formal training and youth organisations.
Amendment 50 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 7
Article 2 – point 7
7. ‘staff’ means persons who, either on a professional or voluntary basis, are involved in education, training or youth non- formal learning. It may include teachers, trainers, school leaders, youth workers and non-educational staff;
Amendment 51 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 17
Article 2 – point 17
17. ‘youth activity’ means an out-of-school activity (such as youth exchange, volunteering, youth training) carried out by a young person, either individually or in group, characterized by a non-formal leartraining approach;
Amendment 52 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – point 28 a (new)
Article 2 – point 28 a (new)
28a. ‘structured dialogue’ means platforms and forums for ensuring non- governmental organisations and other stakeholders contribution when formulating strategies and policies.
Amendment 53 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
Article 3 – paragraph 2 – point c a (new)
(ca) Their emphasis on long term effects and if they are based on, if possible, evidence-based analysis.
Amendment 54 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 4 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 4 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. The Programme aims at creating well- functioning and effective structures for lifelong learning with best practice and evidence-based studies at its core and incorporating lifelong learning with a variety of different providers, formal and non-formal, in existing systems and enhancing a positive attitude towards learning throughout life.
Amendment 60 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – point c – introductory part
Article 5 – point c – introductory part
(c) To promote the emergence of a European lifelong learning area with special focus on vocational education and training, trigger policy reforms at national level, support the modernisation of education and training systems, including non-formal learning, and support European cooperation in the youth field, notably through enhanced policy cooperation, better use of recognition and transparency tools and the dissemination of good practices;
Amendment 68 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) transnational mobility of higher education and, vocational training and adult learning students as well as of young people involved in non-formal activities between the participating countries as referred in Article 18. This mobility may take the form of studying at a partner institution, traineeships abroad or participating in youth activities, notably volunteering. Degree mobility at Masters level shall be supported through the student loan guarantee facility as referred to in Article 14 (3).
Amendment 69 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
Article 7 – paragraph 1 – point a
(a) transnational mobility of higher education and vocational training students as well as of young people involved in non-formal activities between the participating countries as referred in Article 18. This mobility may take the form of studying at a partner institution, traineeships abroad or participating in youth activities, notably volunteering. Degree mobility at Masters level shall be supported through the student loan guarantee facility as referred to in Article 14 (3).
Amendment 72 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) transnational cooperation focusing on recognition and support aiming at long term systematic impact by modernising or diversifying education and training systems, including formal and non-formal organisations, businesses and civil society;
Amendment 76 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 8 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 8 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. This action shall also include administrative support to civil society organisations active in the field of lifelong learning, formal and non-formal training, with special focus on youth.
Amendment 87 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point e
Article 12 – paragraph 1 – point e
(e) dialogue with relevant European stakeholders including businesses.
Amendment 89 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 a (new)
At least 7 % of the total share shall be assigned to non-formal training.
Amendment 90 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 13 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 13 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. In order to ensure that the funding levels allocated to the main categories of stakeholders and beneficiaries will not be reduced below the levels guaranteed by the Lifelong Learning, Youth in Action and Erasmus Mundus programmes for the 2007-2013 period, allocation among the main educational sectors shall be in line with the following percentages: higher education 25%, vocational training and adult learning 22% (with adult learning making up 7%), school education 7% and youth 7%.
Amendment 91 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – point b a (new)
(ba) Evidence based results derived from the projects.
Amendment 94 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 21 – paragraph 2
Article 21 – paragraph 2
2. The Member States shall take all appropriate measures to remove legal and administrative obstacles to the proper and effective functioning of the Programme, including the administration of visas..
Amendment 95 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 2 a (new)
Article 22 – paragraph 2 a (new)
2a. The National Agency shall enable local and regional authorities and stakeholders to take part in shaping the implementation and monitoring of projects.
Amendment 96 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 29 – paragraph 1 a (new)
In addition to the Committee referred to in Article 30 (1), the Programme shall appoint an advisory board, in order to have a minimum common implementation framework applicable for the different objectives and areas. The board shall be composed of one representative from each Member State and 10 to 15 representatives of organisations of stakeholders at Union level, such as civil society, youth organisations or non- formal training providers. The board shall be chaired by the Commission and participants shall be appointed by the Member States.
Amendment 97 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 29 – paragraph 1 b (new)
Article 29 – paragraph 1 b (new)
In the implementation of the Programme, it shall aim at creating a user-friendly framework with clear, fast and easy procedures with simple rules, guidance and information. Transparent assessment must be available to the public at national level through out the Programme’s implementation.
Amendment 98 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 30 – paragraph 1
Article 30 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall be assisted by a committee. That committee shall be a committee within the meaning of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011. The composition of the Committee shall seek gender balance.