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Digital Competence Offensive: State and business launch free education platform

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Austrian government and businesses have launched a free online educational platform called the "Digital Competence Offensive" (DKO).
  • The platform offers 145 courses with 1200 learning hours, aiming to improve digital literacy for the general public.
  • Over 30 national and international organizations are collaborating to provide access to digital education.

Austria has launched a significant initiative to boost digital literacy across the nation. The "Digital Competence Offensive" (DKO), a collaborative effort between the federal government and numerous businesses, aims to make digital education accessible to everyone.

The newly established "DKO-Wirtschaftsplattform" (Digital Competence Offensive Business Platform) offers a comprehensive suite of over 50 free educational programs. These resources encompass 145 courses, totaling 1200 learning hours, designed to equip individuals with essential digital skills for the modern world.

This initiative is a joint venture involving the Federal Chancellery and 30 national and international companies, organizations, and institutions. Their collective goal is to bridge the digital divide and foster a more digitally competent society, preparing citizens for future technological advancements and the evolving job market.

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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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