Learning Outside the Academy: International Research Perspectives on Lifelong Learning

Edwards, Richard (Editor)/ Gallacher, Jim (Editor)/ Whittaker, Susan (Editor)

ISBN 10: 0415759145 / ISBN 13: 9780415759144

Published by Routledge, 2004

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1st edition. 256 pages. 9.20x6.10x0.80 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Learning Outside the Academy: International Research Perspectives on Lifelong Learning
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415759145
• ISBN 13: 9780415759144
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.47 kilograms

About this title

Synopsis

This book weaves together different strands of research in the area of lifelong learning that concentrates particularly on learning in alternative settings and ways, such experiential learning and informal and community learning. Drawing upon international research, the book examines how these strands of research can contribute to each other.

The contributions to this book are based on material presented at a conference at the Centre for Research in Lifelong Learning, UK, and they focus on research into key issues of policy and practice in lifelong learning. Establishing a wider framework for debate about the meaning and significance of lifelong learning, this timely and thought-provoking book provides practitioners in the field with a relevant and current discussion on some very important ideas about non-formal education.

About the Author

Richard Edwards is Professor of Education at the University of Stirling and is on the Management Group of the Centre for Research in Lifelong Learning.