LIFELONG LEARNING IS A WAY TO EMPOWERING COMMUNITY MEMBERS

The adult today has need of an understanding of the rapidly changing world and the growing complexities of the society. Lifelong learning has been an integral part of Indian culture. The entire education system is designed to facilitate lifelong and ‘life wide' learning and the creation of formal, non-formal and informal learning opportunities for people of all age. Regardless of ideological or political persuasion regarding globalization and lifelong learning, there is consensus that it is vital that citizens learn to function in this new and dynamic world. Ensuring that citizens and employees are equipped with the skills and competences needed to live and work in the 21st century is a matter of great urgency. The present research paper is an outcome of original empirical research study on ‘A Need Assessment Study on Lifelong Learning for Community Members', conducted by author at Savitribai Phule University, Pune.