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Direct linkWu, Zunmin – ECNU Review of Education, 2021
Purpose: This study systematically reviews the China's progress in lifelong education (LLE) policies, theories, and practices in the 40 years since its reform and opening-up and provides several guidelines for developing LLE going forward. Design/Approach/Methods: This study analyzes the characteristics of LLE in China through a review of its…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Lifelong Learning, Educational Policy, Educational Practices
Hilton, Dale; Levine, Arielle; Zanetis, Janet – Journal of Museum Education, 2019
Little research is available concerning the use of technology to connect non-mobile senior adults with museums. This paper explores the viability of Interactive Virtual Learning (IVL) programs to gauge the interests, preferences, and needs of the older adults. The authors drew from personal experiences presenting such programs to seniors and held…
Descriptors: Older Adults, Adult Education, Museums, Computer Simulation
Charungkaittikul, Suwithida; Henschke, John A. – International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology, 2017
Today, the world is changing, re-establishing the role of education to have a developed society. This article aims to explore the practical application of Andragogy as a key element for creating a sustainable lifelong learning society, to propose strategies for developing a lifelong learning society using andragogical concepts, to enhance…
Descriptors: Andragogy, Adult Learning, Role of Education, Sustainability
Hanemann, Ulrike, Ed. – UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning, 2015
This compilation offers global examples of innovative and promising literacy and numeracy programmes that link the teaching and learning of literacy to sustainable development challenges such as health, social equality, economic empowerment and environmental sustainability. This publication is a timely contribution to the 2030 Agenda for…
Descriptors: Sustainable Development, Literacy, Numeracy, Lifelong Learning
Fazekas, Mihály; Kurekova, Lucia Mytna – OECD Publishing, 2016
Higher level vocational education and training (VET) programmes are facing rapid change and intensifying challenges. What type of training is needed to meet the needs of changing economies? How should the programmes be funded? How should they be linked to academic and university programmes? How can employers and unions be engaged? The country…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Vocational Education, Educational Needs, Educational Finance
Schuller, Tom – Adults Learning, 2008
The main goal of the Inquiry into the Future for Lifelong Learning is to provide a "strategic framework" for the future. In this article, the author considers the key components that will make up the framework. These are: (1) a statement of vision and values; (2) a stock-take of the current position; (3) an "investment…
Descriptors: Lifelong Learning, Program Development, Educational Planning, Educational Policy
Truluck, Janet; Kim, Young Sek; Valentine, Thomas – Adult Learning, 2010
Developing educational programs for older adults who are highly educated and healthy is necessary in order to meet the learning needs for this specific group. One response to this demand for educational programs is the Learning in Retirement Organization (LIR). LIR began in New York City in 1962 as an educational program for retired professionals.…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Adult Education, Older Adults, Retirement
Daniels, Vincent S.; Preziosi, Robert C. – American Journal of Business Education, 2010
The purpose of this paper is to begin an exploration into high-skills lifelong learning in the field of business and management, referred to as executive and professional education (EPE). Several additional undertakings were necessary, including: discovering methods of valuing knowledge to a region, state or country, and establishing why…
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Lifelong Learning, College Students, Student Motivation
Kucukcan, Ufuk – Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 2011
Anadolu University, which has been developing constantly since it was established, has determined a new road map considering the mission and vision developed in the search conference for the purpose of AOS "2020 Future design" (17-19 April 2010). In accordance with the outcomes of this study, the following question was one of the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Distance Education, Conferences (Gatherings), Strategic Planning
Lehtisalo, Liekki; And Others – Adult Education in Finland, 1983
Summarized the reports of the committees that have been involved in planning all types of adult education programs in Finland. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Vocational Education, Educational Legislation
Peer reviewedIndian Journal of Adult Education, 1973
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Vocational Education, Educational Strategies
Huuhka, Kosti – Adult Education in Finland, 1981
Summarizes the gradual progress and present situation of the development planning of adult education programs in Finland. Discusses the principle of lifelong education, the organizing efforts for adult education programs, and the impact of this development planning. (CT)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Lifelong Learning, National Programs, Program Design
Peer reviewedSchilt, Charlotte S. – English Journal, 1980
Considers the challenges, opportunities, and advantages of teaching in a lifelong learning program. (JT)
Descriptors: Adult Education, English Instruction, Lifelong Learning, Postsecondary Education
Peer reviewedPrice, David W. – New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 1990
The Cooperative Extension Service has a long history of providing community-based lifelong education. Current trends affecting extension programming include new telecommunications technologies, necessity for accountability, and demographic shifts. (SK)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Community Education, Extension Education, Lifelong Learning
Peer reviewedField, John – Studies in the Education of Adults, 1996
A review of the European Union's adult continuing education (ACE) and training policies concludes that most national systems of ACE are already multifaceted and flexible; the European Union's policy focus on economic growth and competitiveness intensifies environmental degradation and economic inequities; and European Union financial support may…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Continuing Education, Educational Policy, Foreign Countries
