Agenda
           Introduction
           Basics of LLL
           LLL in EU
           Turkey’s LLL Project 2009-2013
           LLL & Adult Education in the Arab World
           A roadmap for LLL
           Conclusion
           References
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        Introduction
           Learning process can take three different forms: 
             formal, informal and non-formal learning. 
              ◦Formal learning takes place, in most cases, in school 
                 settings where there is a curriculum and a sequence 
                 of planned teaching and learning activities are carried 
                 out with students at a certain age at primary and 
                 secondary stages. 
              ◦Non-formal learning is undertaken in a certain 
                 environment with a curriculum and planned activities 
                 but the age of participants may be quite different. 
              ◦Informal learning occurs in cases where there is no 
                 pre-defined curriculum and activities on paper. 
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        Introduction…
           The idea of lifelong learning (LLL) was 
              introduced by UNESCO about 50 years ago. 
              In 1996, the OECD Education Ministers 
              agreed to develop strategies for “lifelong 
              learning for all”. 
           LLL covers all modes of learning throughout 
              life: formal, non-formal or informal.
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        …
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        Basics of LLL
           Knowledge took 1,750 years to double for 
              the first time, counting from the start of the 
              Christian era; and it is projected that by 
              2020 knowledge will double every 73 days 
              [3]. 
           Humanity faces a new challenge in coping 
              with this rapid change in knowledge and 
              consequently, adopting himself/herself to 
              this directly affected society.
              ◦LLL seems to be the only answer to these 
                 challenges.
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