On November 26, 2025, at the Faculty of Education of the University of Prishtina, the certification ceremony was held for participants of the In-Service Teacher Professional Development Program: “Global Curriculum for Adult Learning and Education – Curriculum globALE.” This program, accredited by the Ministry of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI), is implemented by the Institute for Research and Development in Education within the Faculty of Education at the University of Prishtina, and is funded and supported by DVV International in Kosovo.
“Curriculum globALE” is a global program developed according to international standards, designed to support adult educators in enhancing their teaching practices, developing professional competencies, and applying modern instructional methods. The program consists of five core modules that cover theoretical and practical approaches in adult education, including andragogy, adult learning, communication and group dynamics, teaching methods, as well as planning and assessment. Through these modules, participants have acquired in-depth knowledge and practical skills that they can directly apply in their daily work.
The ceremony celebrated the achievements of 15 participants who completed the training, demonstrating professionalism, reflection, and a strong commitment to contributing to the development of adult education in Kosovo.
Representatives from the Faculty of Education, AVETE, and DVV International praised the participants’ dedication and highlighted the key role of the Curriculum globALE program in improving the quality of adult education and empowering educators as central agents of change.
In his remarks, Prof. Naser Zabeli emphasized that the participants’ independent work and professional reflection directly contribute to the advancement of teaching practices. Ms. Fikrije Zymberi, Director of AVETAE, congratulated the participants on completing all five modules and underscored the program’s role in promoting lifelong learning.
Furthermore, Mr. Ramadan Alija, Director of DVV International Kosovo, highlighted the organization’s commitment to the development of adult education and stressed the importance of the Curriculum globALE program, which has been implemented in Kosovo since 2015. He noted that the Faculty of Education has established a sustainable framework for trainer development, creating a professional network to continue offering these trainings in the future.
Ms. Blerta Perolli, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Education, emphasized the importance of institutionalizing the program within the Faculty, acknowledging the contribution of the professors and highlighting the program’s role as a foundation for raising educational standards and promoting the professional development of educators in Kosovo.
Each participant received a certificate recognizing the successful completion of the program, officially acknowledging them as professionals trained according to Curriculum globALE standards. The certification represents both a recognition of their achievements and motivation to apply the knowledge gained in their respective institutions.
DVV International Kosovo, in partnership with local institutions, remains committed to advancing adult education and preparing professionals who contribute to social inclusion, economic development, and community empowerment.