Institutions of higher education and the idea of lifelong learning

Abstract

The idea of lifelong learning is very popular in the XXI century. This paper presents how Polish universities reflect this idea. The main theories of andragogy were compared with each other and a relationship was shown, between this concept and adult education. Moreover, it analyses the effectiveness of different management styles continuing education in Polish universities and their implications for institutions of higher education. It also describes the main programs of the European Commission to promote lifelong learning in Europe.

Examining the Relationship between High School Students' Lifelong Learning Tendencies and Problem Solving Self-Appraisal

“…On the other hand, lifelong learning suggests an understanding that preserves the continuity and regularity of the learning process. For lifelong learning, there should be versatile, enriched, innovative learning opportunities that transcend the school-teacher-student context in terms of learning, and open minds that can interact with these opportunities (Marcinkiewicz, 2020). Leona and Mayo (2021) interpreted a lack of learning as an injustice that prevents individuals from self-realization.…”