lily_unit_8_lifelong_learning教程分析.pptVIP

Unit 8 Lifelong Learning Unit 8 Lifelong Learning Part B Text What Is Lifelong Learning In answer to the question, “What is Lifelong Learning?” The Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology stated: Part B Text Lifelong learning comprises two main aspects: the concept to comprehensively review various systems including education, in order to create a lifelong learning society; and the concept of learning at all stages of life. In other words, the concept of learning in the context of lifelong learning encompasses not only structured learning through school and social education but also learning through involvement in such areas as sports, cultural activities, hobbies, recreation and volunteer activities. … Part B Text … The places for conducting learning activities are also diverse, including elementary and secondary schools, universities and other institutions of higher education, citizens’ public halls, libraries, museums, cultural facilities, sports facilities, lifelong learning program facilities in the private sector, companies, and offices. Part B Text The European Commission site states it slightly differently: Lifelong learning is defined as: Part B Text Lifelong learning is therefore about: *acquiring and updating all kinds of abilities, interests,  knowledge and qualifications from the pre-school years to  post-retirement. It promotes the development of knowledge  and competences that will enable each citizen to adapt to the  knowledge-based society and actively participate in all spheres  of social and economic life, taking more control of his or her  future. … Part B Text … *valuing all forms of learning, including: formal learning, such as a degree course followed at university; non-formal learning, such as vocational skills acquired at the workplace; and informal learning, such as inter-generational learning, for example where parents learn to use ICT thro