American music educators in the 1990s were confronted with several challenges: quickly advancing technology, reductions in support for arts in schools, and increased commitment to large-scale assessments by policy makers. Add to that several curriculum changes, especially a movement toward the individualization of classroom planning, expanding…

This collection emerged from a series of three public policy discussions organised by the Melbourne Centre for the Study of Higher Education at the University of Melbourne from June to August in 2019. The initial idea for the series was conceived prior to the 2019 Federal Election and motivated by the opportunity to engage in a full and frank…

European policy-making in vocational education and training (VET) needs to be supported by sound evidence. In this report, Cedefop has selected a set of 36 indicators to quantify some key aspects of VET and lifelong learning. The selection was based on the indicators' policy relevance and their importance in achieving the Europe 2020 objectives.…

This synthesis report summarises the findings of the Cedefop project "The changing nature and role of vocational education and training (VET) in Europe (2016-18)." Research aimed at taking a step back and painting a comprehensive picture of VET developments in Europe, identifying challenges and opportunities. The summary shows that…

Taking the students' perspective, Education Policy Outlook 2018: Putting Student Learning at the Centre analyses the evolution of key education priorities and key education policies in 43 education systems. It compares more recent developments in education policy ecosystems (mainly between 2015 and 2017) with various education policies adopted…

This article takes stock of the complex scenario of the European education space in its past, present and future developments, which highlights the priorities of the modernisation, improvement and convergence of the goals for education and training systems in the knowledge and learning society. The critical case of teacher education is then…

In light of the vast and continuing expansion of knowledge in almost every field, the western European Ministers of Education recommend a policy of lifelong educational programs. (DE)

Reform does not mean scrapping our free system of public schools, but rather transforming it. What we now call compulsory school attendance will become "compulsory education" in which the central parties are free to choose the kind of education that best supports their values and styles. (Author)

Discussed the progress of and development of British community colleges. (Author/RK)

Discussed adult education programs, the development of adult, continuing and lifelong education, and the abilities of older adults to develop their intelligence through participation in learning programs. (RK)

The role of higher education in society has changed dramatically in recent years and is likely to continue to change. There will be an increased need for more learning for more people for more years of their lives. There will also be an increase in the number and types of organizations providing education and the development of a worldwide…

This presentation explores international trends and needed changes in the education of persons with severe intellectual disabilities. One goal is to have all children attend school, no matter how severe their disabilities. Though low percentages of disabled children from developing countries attend school, some positive trends are identified, such…

The primary mission of adult education is to assist adults in acquiring further control of their current circumstances and future destinies, thereby enabling them to participate more intelligently and responsibly in the political, working, social, cultural, family, and religious aspects of society and to improve their quality of life. Instead of…

Some of the more generally accepted forecasts of future developments in American society are set down in this paper as the foundation for a discussion of the educational objectives that will prove most important during years to come. The document identifies several trends: in world social attitudes, in population growth and shifts, and in the…

Looks at lifelong learning in the United States and its relation to European concepts, notes different perceptions of adult education, and reviews legislation intended to achieve the goals of a learning society. Considers matters of financing, attitudes, and structure and explores trends in American lifelong learning. (MF)