The document discusses challenges and opportunities around digital learning in Europe. It finds that many Europeans lack basic skills and a large number cannot find jobs matching their skills. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) are growing but European institutions differ in their adoption of them. Evidence shows MOOC learners tend to have higher education and use MOOCs for lifelong learning. Initiatives aim to provide MOOCs and digital learning for migrants and refugees to help develop skills. The document proposes an open education framework to guide higher education institutions' strategic decisions around open education. Addressing skills gaps will require long-term commitment to digital learning on all levels.