The implementation of integrated functional adult education (IFAE) programme needs collaborative efforts of different sectors. Studies indicate that the collaboration among different sectors is low, but the sectors' view in relation to the contribution of the programme and their participation in the implementation of the programme is not well…

Precarious jobs and unemployment have become common issues for many young adults due to the unfavourable labour market situation in Portugal. Against this background, lifelong learning (LLL) policies have been called in to play a role in creating economic growth and supporting the social inclusion of young adults in vulnerable educational and…

The College Access Challenge Grant (CACG) statutory language requires states receiving the funds to attempt to coordinate grant activities with other stakeholders in the state working to increase postsecondary access and success for low-income students. The extent to which the U.S. Department of Education has monitored and enforced (or even could…

This paper presents an analysis of how guided engagement with the arts can provide leadership lessons for school leaders and administrators. The study was conducted as part of two projects funded by the School Leadership Program (SLP) grants from the U.S. Department of Education. The principal interns and practicing school leaders participated in…

A 19-question online survey was administered to all 115 directors of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes (OLLIs) across the United States to explore the extent to which research is being conducted and for what purposes. A response rate of 87% was attained. Findings revealed that most research focused on issues such as course and instructor…

This article reports on a study that examines decisive factors for longer-term sustainability of cross-cultural teacher-training initiatives in China. It focuses on the Chinese project implementers' perspectives of a Sino-British adult education English-language teaching project based in central China. Semistructured individual interviews were…

A reciprocal partnership was developed among four continuing-education providers in Wisconsin. Members collaborated in developing programs to address the needs of nurses moving from acute care into community nursing. The collaborative approach enhanced the quality of the program and reached a wider audience. (JOW)

A survey of Japanese community education committees received 2,818 responses (87%) providing data about the promotion of lifelong learning, cooperation with schools and department chiefs, methods of establishing courses, and the desired scope of community education courses in the future. (SK)

Analysis of 310 papers presented at 1990-94 meetings of the Canadian Association for the Study of Adult Education showed a substantial increase in female and Canadian authors cited. More women collaborated in adult education research in publishing than men did. Emphasis on reviving adult education's role in social change was increasing. (SK)

A study of nonformal education providers in Ghana, Senegal, and Burkina Faso identified government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, and for-profit organizations. Decentralization has increased nonformal education. Most projects involve multiple providers with various actors playing different roles. The lack of process-oriented projects…

This report describes partnerships in continuing education in England and analyzes some of the issues involved in such partnerships. The report suggests ways in which collaboration might be increased in the interests of existing and potential users. In Part I, Chapters 1-3 introduce the concept of educational partnership, provide definitions, and…

A Delphi survey of state associations, education departments, and community education centers developed four scenarios for community education's (CE) future: (1) community-centered schools triumph; (2) CE absorbed by K-12; (3) K-12 integrated with CE; and (4) isolation of CE. Elements of a new vision include how CE would like/not like to be viewed…

Several categories of problems affecting adult learning services in Colorado require state-level policy intervention for their solution. They include problems that limit adults' access to existing learning services, inadequacies in existing services, deficiencies in statewide planning and coordination of learning services, and financial…

Nine papers are provided from the seminar, which focused on breaking geographic barriers. Presentations include "So--Who Are Your Clients?" (P. Choo, et al.), which examines demand for tertiary education; "Tertiary Manpower Demand Trends in Malaysia: Some Preliminary Observations" (Wong Poh Kam), which includes a discussion of potential roles of…

Based on an investigation of the lifelong learning resources available outside of traditional postsecondary institutions in American society, this report provides an overview of available educational resources and suggests interorganizational linkages for reaching more people more effectively. The overview section describes the types of efforts of…