The Learning Revolution

Cm. 7555

Author:

Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS)

Publisher:

TSO (The Stationery Office)

Price: £14.35

This White Paper, 'The Learning Revolution (Cm. 7555)', outlines the Government’s proposals to foster and encourage informal adult learning. Informal adult learning is part-time, non-vocational learning where the primary purpose is not to gain a qualification but learning for its intrinsic value. People participate for enjoyment and are driven by their desire for personal fulfillment or intellectual, creative and physical stimulation.

Activities cover a huge range, including:

• dance classes and book clubs;

• visits to museums;

• galleries and historic properties;

• online research; and

• volunteer projects.

Such activity contributes to the health and well-being of communities by building the confidence and resilience of the individuals involved, developing social relationships, and acting as a stepping stone to further learning and skill development.

The Government will establish a clear identity for informal learning and promote four initiatives:

• a Learning Pledge;

• a Festival of Learning;

• an Open Space Movement; and

• a Transformation Fund of £20 million.

Partner organisations from the private and public sector will be invited to contribute to the strategy.

Increased access to informal adult learning will be addressed through:

• widening learning opportunities for older people;

• reaching out to the disadvantaged;

• developing a package of support for community learning champions; and

• increasing availability of informal working in the workplace.

Technology and broadcasting are seen as crucial in transforming the way people learn: 65% of all households now have an internet connection and 90% of the population has at least one digital television.

Government will act as a catalyst, investing additional funding in building the capacity and linkages that enable innovative learning opportunities to flourish.

Extent	52 pages	ISBN	9780101755528
Size	A4	Price	£14.35
Format	Paperback	Published	23 Mar 2009
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