Conceptualising Lifelong Learning: a reflection on lifelong learning at Lund University (Sweden) and Middlesex University (UK)
Author:
- Abdulai AbukariAAAbdulai Abukari
- 18 May 2005
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in European Journal of Education
- Vol. 40 (2) , 143-154
Abstract
Lifelong Learning has in recent years become a fundamental element of many educational policy strategies aimed at achieving the goal of socio‐economic development. The role of universities in this is viewed by some as crucial and requires some attention. This article examines the concept of lifelong learning and suggests another way in which it could be conceptualised. It further reflects on how two European universities understand and implement lifelong learning and the implications for European regional educational policies in view of the knowledge society.Keywords
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