Learning 4.0: Innovation Directions driven by Employers Perspective

With the intention of identifying competencies needed in the Industry 4.0 companies today and related training need in the field of mechatronics, a Europe-wide survey was launched and accompanied by industry consultations. Aiming for innovation and optimisation of learning 4.0 and adaptation of the teaching format offered and the learning content, extensive research work and consultations with a variety of stakeholders was completed. Moreover, how SMEs, educational providers, and policy makers see the need for innovation development and lifelong learning was elaborated with the help of thirty-seven interviews and two focus groups. Training expectations of the employers as well as the selection of innovative and flexible learning delivery models and innovations for life-long learning are presented in this paper.