Exploring the Icebergs of Adult Learning: Findings of the First Canadian Survey of Informal Learning Practices.

Livingstone, D. W.

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ERIC Number: EJ596651

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Publication Date: 1999

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Exploring the Icebergs of Adult Learning: Findings of the First Canadian Survey of Informal Learning Practices.

Livingstone, D. W.

Canadian Journal for the Study of Adult Education, v13 n2 p49-72 Nov 1999

A survey of 1,562 Canadian adults found that most are spending more time in learning, especially informal learning through employment, community service, and household work. Findings should be used to shape education policy and practice. (SK)

Descriptors: Adult Learning, Foreign Countries, Informal Education, National Surveys, Underemployment

Department of Adult Education, Xavier Hall, St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia B2G 2W5, Canada.

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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