Informal and Non-formal Education – Lifelong Learning |
Y15 - Informal and Non-formal Education – Lifelong Learning Tutor: George Bagakis Semester: 2nd ECTS: 4 Short Description: The course deals with the Informal, Non-formal forms of education as well as with the emerging culture of Lifelong Learning and Adult Education. Relevant policies, methodological strategies, structures and content of these types of education are examined. Also discussed are the political and economic factors which defined the development of these forms of education the last decades. In this context there are references to Greek, European and international examples, as well as to providers of these forms of education. Aims:
Learning Outcomes: After the end of the course students should:
Structure: The course is realised in 13 meetings of 3 hours. The different teaching techniques used in this courseare: lectures, focused discussion, brainstorming, work in small groups, case studies, presentation of assignments.Worksheets and electronic media are also used. Assessment: The assessment is based on written final exams as well as on optional assignments presented by the students. Bibliography: Jarvis, P. (2004) Continuing Education and Training, Metaichmio, Athens. |