ABSTRACT
Education as a concept has long been taken for granted. Most people immediately think of schools and colleges, of classes and exams. This volume aims to highlight non-formal education (NFE) in its various forms across different historical and cultural contexts. Contributors draw upon their experience as educators and researchers in comparative education and sociology to elucidate, compare, and critique NFE in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the USA.
By mapping out NFE’s forms, functions, and dynamics, this volume gives us the opportunity to reflect on the myriad iterations of education to challenge preconceived limitations in the field of education research. Only by expanding the focus beyond that of traditional schooling arrangements can we work towards a more sustainable future and improved lifelong learning.
This book will appeal to researchers interested in non-formal education and comparative education.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part I|77 pages
Dynamics of non-formal education
chapter 2|18 pages
Equivalent to formal education or rethinking education through a lens of non-formal education
chapter 3|15 pages
Adult education focusing on literacy
chapter 5|16 pages
School for their own
part II|76 pages
Width and depth of non-formal education