In educational gerontology, non-formal education emerges as a possibility for lifelong learning because it is more flexible and less bureaucratic than formal education. In this context, agile culture offers a potential strategy to enhance non-formal education. While there are four manifestos for agile culture in education, their application in…

The aim of this article is to examine the reasons for participation in courses that are offered by public education centers within the scope of lifelong learning, and the level of satisfaction of trainees, focusing on Hozat Public Education Center. Since the study aims at determining the reasons why trainees take part in the courses as well as…

Educators can help adult learners experience identity transformation and initiate lifelong learning by designing curriculum centered upon transformative learning objectives (TLOs) and experiential learning competencies (ELCs). TLOs point learners to the specific ways of thinking, feeling, and being in the world to which a course or other learning…

The study explores the determinants of lifelong music learning intention among university students, focusing on the mediating roles of attitude toward music learning, perceived social support, and perceived music learning feasibility in the relationship between authoritative parenting style and lifelong music learning intention. This study used…

This study aimed to explore the pathways of political leadership among Caribbean women, focusing on their informal learning experiences through critical reflection. It aimed to identify the workplace learning experiences of women parliamentarians in the region, guided by the following research questions: (1) What common critical experiences inform…

Lifelong learning is a key element that helps adults undergo and adapt to different career stages. This study analyzed job service specialists' lifelong learning experience of successfully matching the needs between job seekers and employers. The researchers adopted the qualitative research method and conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews…

Having access to the Internet and acquiring the skills necessary to use, question, and create in a digital environment have become essential to living and working in the 21st century. Yet, this move to digitalization has created a digital divide between those who have broadband "access" and the "skills and attitudes" to…

This article speaks on a critical component of independent learning is to cultivate the habit of self-study, which is an effective way of improving students' grades, material understanding, class participation, and confidence. Self-study also enables students to be independent learners, which not only hones their critical and reasoning skills but…

The focus of education is increasingly on learners' ability to regulate their own learning within technology-enhanced learning environments. Prior research has shown that self-regulated learning (SRL) leads to better learning performance. However, many learners struggle to productively self-regulate their learning, as they typically need to…

Purpose: Leadership is key to building a culture of continuous learning within organizations. This study aims to explore the pivotal role of leadership in creating a culture of constant learning within organizations by bibliometric and content analysis. It also introduces propositions and frameworks that emphasize the importance of fostering a…

This open access book explores the Co-operative College's distinctive adult educational tradition over the past century as it provided education for co-operative leaders, employees and members in addition to developing a range of wider educational initiatives and ideas internationally. The Co-operative College is a British educational charity…

Introduction: Learning experiences in childhood and adolescence are crucial in establishing the basis for lifelong learning, including parental education, learning experiences and the perceived labour market benefits of education. Methods: In this research, life path interviews were conducted (n=62), partly semi-structured and partly in-depth…

Digital badges as a recognition for learning, can motivate, provide a means to demonstrate credibility and professional development, and allow learners to showcase their skills and interests. They are an important means to recognise non-accredited learning and can be delivered in agile, educational or professional settings. The Open University UK…

This study aims to examine the moral philosophy of Taiiku, a Japanese concept that integrates physical activity, sport and physical education to promote lifelong physical well-being. This research redefines Taiiku not merely as a pedagogical discipline but also as an ongoing commitment to physical well-being. By examining the UNESCO Charter and…

This article reviews the impact of further education (FE) colleges -- in particular, mixed economy colleges -- on the surrounding environment and community, and attempts to answer the question of whether the mixed economy college can still be considered an anchor in the community. A mixed methods small-scale case study of a medium-sized mixed…