CHAPTER 17
What Do We Know About Programs to Support Lifelong Learning?
Michelle LaPointe and Jason Wingard
There is a constant refrain in all the lifelong learning programs profiled in this book: learning is dynamic and important at all stages of life and career. Within this refrain, there are myriad variations. There are both “first chance” programs intended to get young people off on a solid path in education or career, and “second chance” programs to support those who have had challenges meeting their education and training goals. Other programs target working adults to help them deepen their skills and progress on their career path.
Organizations invest in lifelong learning with a variety of goals: mentoring and leadership training for young ...
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