Lifelong Learning: Opportunity or Compulsion?

Author: Tight, Malcom

Source: British Journal of Educational Studies, Volume 46, Number 3, September 1998 , pp. 251-263(13)

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Abstract:

Lifelong learning is presented as a means for enabling individuals, organisations and nations to meet the challenges of an increasingly competitive world. It suggests an extension of opportunity, involving all adults, whatever their interests or experience. There is also, however, a strong sense of expectation, even compulsion, with emphasis given to vocational forms of study and participation.

Keywords: lifelong learning; lifelong education; adult education; continung and higher education

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/1467-8527.00082

Affiliations: 1: Department of Continuing Education, University of Warwick

Publication date: 1998-09-01