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Adult participation in learning: can we change the pattern ? by McGivney, Veronica Paper presented at EU Conference at Newcastle University November, 1996 Research on Lifelong Learning: Implications for Policy and Practice. Although not completely current, this paper asks a number of key questions, and discusses a number of issues, which are still extremely relevant. http://www.leeds.ac.uk/educol/documents/000000430.htm

FE and social inclusion : Understanding the processes of participation by Crossan, Beth, (Glasgow Caledonian University), Field, John (University of Warwick), Gallacher, Jim (Glasgow Caledonian University) and Merrill, Barbara, (University of Warwick)

Abstract : This paper uses life stories of learners/non-learners to understand the processes of participation/non-participation in FE. It focuses on people on the margins of society. In looking at the processes through narratives we explore the concepts of learner identity and learning career and what these mean in relation to the learners' self-perceptions and in relation to social inclusion.'

This piece is very good at helping anyone to understand just why many people find joining in educational activity so difficult. http://www.leeds.ac.uk/educol/documents/00001438.htm

Inclusiveness for whom? The relevance of creating a demand for ICT based adult learning by Williams, Sara; Gorard, Stephen; Selwyn, Neil

Abstract: In the quest to facilitate easier access to lifelong learning for all, policy makers are increasingly turning to information and communications technology. Using early findings from two studies carried out at Cardiff University, this paper will examine the problems inherent in any initiative that attempts to widen participation in adult learning by instituting changes on the supply side alone. An interesting and critical consideration of the problems which can be associated with attempts to widen participation through the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT). http://www.leeds.ac.uk/educol/documents/00001470.htm

The Kennedy Report - Widening participation in Further Education was produced by a committee chaired by Helena Kennedy QC, and was wide-ranging.

participation in learning @ the informal education homepage
A page exploring participation in learning - linked to practice within informal education, adult education and community education.

Participation in the learning and Skills sector: a summary of research findings
Summary: This review set out to produce a synthesis of the key research findings about learners' participation in post-compulsory education. It aimed to bring together the key findings from research activity into this topic carried out by the Learning and Skills Development Agency (LSDA), and other relevant research undertaken since 2001. http://www.lsneducation.org.uk/user/order.aspx?code=062584&src=XOWEB

Retention and Wastage in FE and HE: A Review - John C. Hall The complete text of this paper is also available to download. Cite as http://www.scre.ac.uk/scot-research/wastage/index.html the bibliography is very full and is at http://www.scre.ac.uk/scot-research/wastage/bibl.html

Reaching the disengaged and disenchanted - Research shows how to reach reluctant learners . New ways of motivating adults to become active learners are needed if the goal of getting more people involved in education or training is to be achieved, according to a new report from the Learning and Skills Development Agency. See http://www.lsda.org.uk/files/pdf/press/17oct2003.pdf

Widening participation in higher education not wide enough

Universities need to broaden their student intake and focus on attracting more non-traditional students if the vision of widening participation is to be realised, says a new report from the Learning and Skills Development Agency (LSDA). See http://www.lsda.org.uk/files/pdf/press/5Sept2003.pdf

Widening adult participation in learning - LSDA (2005) The Learning and Skills Council's (LSC's) strategy on widening adult participation emphasised the importance of having the best evidence on which to develop policy on widening participation. Although there is some research evidence on 'what works' it has not been synthesised and therefore we do not always know what we know. To address these gaps in our knowledge, the LSC commissioned a systematic review of academic research on widening participation. This review was conducted using the methodology developed by the Evidence for Policy and Practice Information and Coordinating Centre (EPPI-Centre) (download - pdf 492k)

Widening adult participation: ways to extend good practice

Research summary and recommendations - Sue Taylor

This research summary takes a fresh look at progress in widening adult participation in FE colleges and at ways to extend successful practice. A national strategy is planned, to promote efforts to widen adult participation across the learning and skills sector. The report will be useful to people involved in developing and implementing the strategy in FE colleges. To download a copy see http://www.lsda.org.uk/pubs/dbaseout/download.asp?code=1391

Wray, D (2000) Getting In and Getting on : the experiences and outcomes of Access Students entering HE in Contrast with students entering with no formal Academic qualifications. Uni of Northumbria. http://www.leeds.ac.uk/educol/documents/00001471.htm

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