Global Perspectives on Recognising Non-formal and Informal Learning : Why Recognition Matters / by Madhu Singh.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Singh, Madhu, Author.

Series:

Technical and Vocational Education and Training: Issues, Concerns and Prospects, 2213-221X ; 21

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Professional education.

Vocational education.

Continuing education.

Education and state.

Educational tests and measurements.

Professional and Vocational Education.

Lifelong Learning.

Educational Policy and Politics.

Assessment and Testing.

Local Subjects:

Professional and Vocational Education.

Lifelong Learning.

Educational Policy and Politics.

Assessment and Testing.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xix, 220 pages).

Edition:

1st ed. 2015.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.

Language Note:

English

System Details:

text file

Summary:

This book deals with the relevance of recognition and validation of non-formal and informal learning in education and training, the workplace and society. In an increasing number of countries, it is at the top of the policy and research agenda ranking among the possible ways to redress the glaring lack of relevant academic and vocational qualifications and to promote the development of competences and certification procedures which recognise different types of learning, including formal, non-formal and informal learning. The aim of the book is therefore to present and share experience, expertise and lessons in such a way that enables its effective and immediate use across the full spectrum of country contexts, whether in the developing or developed world. It examines the importance of meeting institutional and political requirements that give genuine value to the recognition of non-formal and informal learning; it shows why recognition is important and clarifies its usefulness andthe role it serves in education, working life and voluntary work; it emphasises the importance of the coordination, interests, motivations, trust and acceptance by all stakeholders. The volume is also premised on an understanding of a learning society, in which all social and cultural groups, irrespective of gender, race, social class, ethnicity, mental health difficulties are entitled to quality learning throughout their lives. Overall the thrust is to see the importance of recognising non-formal and informal learning as part of the larger movement for re-directing education and training for change. This change is one that builds on an equitable society and economy and on sustainable development principles and values such as respect for others, respect for difference and diversity, exploration and dialogue.

Contents:

Foreword

Acknowledgements

Acronyms

Chapter 1. Introduction

Chapter 2. Key concepts, definitions and assumptions

Chapter 3. Policy and legislative environment

Chapter 4. RVA’s role in education, working life and society

Chapter 5. Coordination and stakeholder interests and motives

Chapter 6. Features of best practice from country examples. Chapter 7. Sharing learning: cross-country observations.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

CC BY-NC

Other Format:

Print version:

ISBN:

9783319152783

3319152785

OCLC:

972003528