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Peer reviewedDraves, Bill – Lifelong Learning: The Adult Years, 1979
The concept of the free university is presented: its history, structure, philosophy, examples of courses taught, fee information, and the idea of self-directed learning. Information is also included on the Free University Network and on how to start a free university. (CT)
Descriptors: Educational Philosophy, Experimental Colleges, Information Services, Program Content
Dwyer, Mary Clare; And Others – 1978
Based on the educational philosophy of "anybody can teach, anybody can learn", a free university offers ungraded, unaccredited classes to the general public, without charge, on any topic such as societal issues, arts and crafts, intellectual subjects, and practical skills. To plan a program, only a borrowed phone and office, human…
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Community Education, Community Programs, Coordinators
