Evaluation in lifelong learning

Abstract

Lifelong learning is a worldwide practice. It supposes another approach to learning and, consequently, to evaluation. In the present paper differences between traditional and lifelong learning are presented, and reasons to another type of evaluation are outlined. Lifelong learning offers a waste amount of assessment tools that aimed to develop individuals and increase their motivation. As an example of competence assessment with alternative assessment tools, one model of competence assessment of an information scientist is given in the present article.

Online Peer Assessment for Learning: Findings from Higher Education Students

“…Due to recent technological advances having created a shift to a highly connected, information-rich society, today's students have different educational needs, namely, the need for lifelong learning and continuous development which prepares them for their professional future. Traditional assessment only allows the student to find out his/her level of intellectual knowledge, limiting and regulating access to new knowledge [7]. Alternative assessment seeks to create opportunities for continuous development, monitoring learning strategies centered on student singularity and on the application of acquired skills to the real world.…”

“…Higher education institutions (HEIs) are currently preparing students for jobs that do not yet exist [1], and this implies equipping learners with a set of requirements seen as quality indicators and necessary traits for future success. Being able to perform meaningful, authentic tasks and to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in real world contexts are essential 21st century skills to help students contribute effectively to the global workforce [6][7][8][9][10]. Saykili [3] classifies 21st century skills into three main categories: learning and innovation skills (critical thinking and problem solving, communication and collaboration, creativity, and innovation skills); information, media, and technology skills (information literacy, media literacy, and information and communication literacy); life and career skills (flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, productivity and accountability, leadership, and responsibility skills).…”

Lifelong learning of teachers at primary and secondary schools with the support of e-courses

“…Today's world is characterized by continuous education [9]. Continuous education is closely connected to lifelong education.…”