Through a comprehensive overview of policies and data related to the renewed European agenda for adult learning, this Eurydice report aims to support the exchange of policy and practice between countries. The report concentrates on measures to ensure that the most vulnerable groups of adult learners, in particular those with low basic skills or…

Educators recognize the importance of staff development but funding such programs can be problematic. Securing school district commitment for professional growth opportunities depends on the following factors: (1) does the program address a recognized need? (2) is the program acceptable and comfortable? and (3) is it the right time to propose the…

The report describes regulation of philanthropic organizations by federal, state, and self-regulatory groups within the organizations. It is the final volume in a five volume series examining the relationship between nonprofit institutions and their donors. Topics discussed in the first part of this volume are regulation of the philanthropic…