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The value of lifelong learning – 145 years on

Fri 10 Nov 2023

For over 145 years we’ve had students learning at all stages of life, from their teenage years all the way through those in their 90’s.

Introducing Dr Tom Crawford

Mon 16 Oct 2023

Dr Tom Crawford joins the Department as Public Engagement Lead and Departmental Lecturer (STEM subject).

Lifelong learning continues to be one of the core skills required by companies globally

Tue 23 May 2023

Lifelong learning will continue to be one of the core skills required by companies globally over the next five years, according to the recent ‘Future of Jobs Report’ from the World Economic Forum (WEF).

Adult Learning a ‘Permanent National Necessity’, Report Finds

Mon 18 Nov 2019

Centenary Commission on Adult Education finds that lifelong learning must be a permanent national necessity, an inseparable aspect of citizenship, vital to addressing the huge societal divisions and challenges to democracy we currently face

Revitalising Adult Education for the 21st Century

Wed 11 Sep 2019

In a world facing daunting challenges, adult education is more important than ever before

Award Ceremony 2019 Highlights Vital Importance of Adult Education

Fri 05 Apr 2019

Attendees were treated to a rousing evening that celebrated award recipients and called for increased opportunities for adult learners

100 Years and Counting: The Continuing Importance of Adult Education

Thu 10 Jan 2019

A new Commission marks the centenary of a landmark 1919 Report on Adult Education, and stresses that lifelong learning is vital to a nation’s welfare and security.

September 26th marks 140 years of Continuing Education at Oxford

Tue 11 Sep 2018

The Department pioneered adult education for women and the working classes

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The value of lifelong learning – 145 years on

Introducing Dr Tom Crawford

Lifelong learning continues to be one of the core skills required by companies globally

Adult Learning a ‘Permanent National Necessity’, Report Finds

Revitalising Adult Education for the 21st Century

Award Ceremony 2019 Highlights Vital Importance of Adult Education

100 Years and Counting: The Continuing Importance of Adult Education

September 26th marks 140 years of Continuing Education at Oxford

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