Studying>Non-formal learning - United Kingdom
- APEL - Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
- The document Making Your Experience Count is a learners guide to getting recognition for informal study and life experience. If you don't have Acrobat, you can download it for free.
- http://crll.gcal.ac.uk/SOCRATESSite/documents.html [EN]
- AccessArt
- Learning and teaching resources in the creative arts, for ages 6 to adult. Different courses are suitable for different age groups; have a look and see. The online workshops cover casting, drawing, installation art, photography, sculpture and more.
- http://www.accessart.org.uk/ [EN]
- Association of British Correspondence Colleges
- Studying at home through an accredited distance college could be a practical option for some people. You'll have to pay for it, though! You can also study for recognised qualifications, from GCSEs to all the way up to university degrees.
- http://www.homestudy.org.uk [EN]
- BBC Learning
- Online courses in languages, history and other subjects, plus links to useful sites for other non-formal learning opportunities. You could browse the schools and colleges pages as well. Also has study tips and links to the sites for Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
- http://www.bbc.co.uk/learning/index.shtml [EN][we]
- Boox
- You can read for fun, for your studies, to find facts or to generally improve yourself! Search for a good book to curl up with through this site, which features quizzes and book reviews by young people.
- http://www.boox.org.uk [EN]
- Campaign for Learning Through Museums and Galleries
- Museums and galleries are ideal places for informal learning on all sorts of topics, as this campaign group has realised. Find out what events are taking place in a museum near you.
- http://www.clmg.org.uk/index.html [EN]
- Clubs for Young People
- Non-formal learning is what you do at youth clubs. And you thought you were just playing games and hanging out with your friends! Find a club near you through this site, and learn about all the activities you could take part in.
- http://www.clubsforyoungpeople.org.uk/ [EN]
- Directgov - Adult Learning
- This government site contains links and information on adult learning – how, why, where and when it is best to return to studies as an adult. Here you can find out all about courses, e-learning, financial help, career development loans, training and jobs and much more.
- http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/AdultLearning/index.htm [EN]
- Discovery
- Learn about the natural world in your own time. Includes study tools to help with homework and research.
- http://school.discovery.com [EN]
- Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
- Challenge yourself and get recognition for your achievements with The Award. Anyone aged 14-25 can take part. There are different levels of award, and you could find yourself doing anything from hiking in Nepal to learning circus skills!
- http://www.theaward.org/ [EN]
- EnrichUK
- Access a range of online learning sites from across the UK. Topics covered include science, art, sport, history, politics and government.
- http://www.enrichuk.net [EN]
- Infed
- A not-for-profit organisation providing online resources for informal learning. It has an encyclopaedia and archive section where you can search for associations, theories, projects and themes connected with lifelong and non-formal learning.
- http://www.infed.org/index.htm [EN]
- Institute for Outdoor Learning
- Learn while getting some fresh air! Find out how you can use the great outdoors for non-formal learning, activities, group work, therapy and much more.
- http://www.outdoor-learning.org [EN]
- International Centre for Distance Learning
- If studying in the comfort of your own home appeals to you, or is your only realistic option, then try distance learning. You can find UK distance courses from recognised providers at this site.
- http://www-icdl.open.ac.uk [EN]
- Lifelong Learning
- You can learn at every stage of life, whatever level of qualifications you have (or don't have), and in a range of settings - there's no good reason why education needs to be limited to school or college! That's what lifelong learning is all about, and you can get advice, information and resources from this government site.
- http://www.lifelonglearningprogramme.org.uk/ [EN]
- National Extension College
- Study in your own time, by email or through a more conventional route, from this distance college. Learn for fun or for more serious purposes!
- http://www.nec.ac.uk/courses [EN]
- Open University
- Broaden your mind with the help of the Open University. The university broadcasts programmes on the BBC, and this site has more information on the programmes and the topics they explore. Learn all sorts of things, such as how to make your own margarine, and take part in the games and quizzes.
- http://www.open2.net [EN]
- Open and Distance Learning Quality Council
- Check here to find out if the online, e-learning or distance course you're interested in is run by a recognised provider. Providers who register with the council have to meet its quality standards. Look up specific courses and read the buyer's guide before you sign up for anything.
- http://www.odlqc.org.uk [EN]
- Re:source
- Contains links to the websites of major libraries, archives and museums in the UK. Have a look at the links to online library catalogues as well.
- http://www.mla.gov.uk/ [EN]
- Support4Learning
- Looking for study opportunities other than courses offered at school, college or university? Try the links here for information on community and continuing education.
- http://www.support4learning.org.uk/education/adult_and_community_learning_. [EN]
- Tagish - Directory of UK Local Government Sites
- One of the best ways to find informal or community education providers and courses is through your local authority. This directory lists local government sites for all the UK, in alphabetical order. Go to the site you want and search for education programmes or community centres in your area.
- http://www.tagish.co.uk/tagish/links/localgov.htm [EN]
- UCAS - Accreditation of Prior Learning
- This site explains the ways you can get credit for previous study and experience, and how this can help you gain access to higher education.
- http://www.ucas.com/ [EN]
- Universities Association for Continuing Education
- Most British universities offer continuing education classes and courses as a part of work based learning network. These are short courses that are open to all, and which usually take place in the evenings. You will have to pay for them. Some courses are accredited (meaning that they can lead to recognised qualifications).
- http://www.uace.gcal.ac.uk/ [EN]
- Workers' Educational Association
- A voluntary association that provides lifelong learning in England and Scotland. Click on WEA in Your Area for links to the Northern Ireland, North and South Wales sites. Classes are particularly suitable for people in employment who have few or no formal qualifications, unemployed people, members of minority ethnic communities and others. Workplace learning is available.
- http://www.wea.org.uk [EN]
- YMCA College
- If you want to work in non-formal education, check out these professional courses, some of which can be studied part-time and by distance learning. The qualification will enable you to work with young people and community groups across the UK. There are courses just for young people, too.
- http://www.ymca.ac.uk [EN]
- Youth.org
- More advice and help on taking part in non-formal education. Young people and youth workers will find plenty of resources through this site.
- http://www.ukyouth.org/ [EN]
- England: Floodlight
- Resource that enables you to search for educational courses in the London area. So whether it’s yoga, welding, Swahili or archery that you want to learn, this is the place to go.
- http://www.floodlight.co.uk [EN]
- England: National Youth Agency
- Want to help others develop their potential and learn outside of formal settings? Then download this guide to becoming a youth worker. It tells you all about the specific skills, qualifications and experience you need in order to work in this field.
- http://www.nya.org.uk [EN]
- England: Youthinformation
- So what type of youth organisation suits you? There’s a lot of choice. Search here for contact details of uniformed, religious and other youth groups, and link to loads of other leisure opportunities as well.
- http://www.youthinformation.com/ [EN]
- Northern Ireland: Youth Council for Northern Ireland
- YCNI supports the development of effective youth policies, establishes collaboration between youth organisations and sectors with responsibility for young people. Here you can find links to youth organisations operating in Northern Ireland and abroad, get some information about events and projects, training and research opportunitites .
- http://www.ycni.org/ [EN]
- Scotland: PlanIT - In the community
- This page has information on informal (and slightly more formal) learning opportunities across Scotland. Go to Community Education or Community File on the left of the screen for local contacts.
- http://www.planitplus.net/learningzone/info/?Page=info [EN]
- Scotland: Young Scot
- Get information on forthcoming events across Scotland from this page. So whether you want to dress up in a nice uniform or want to find a club with likeminded souls, then this should help you get started.
- http://www.youngscot.org/events [EN]
- Scotland: YouthLink Scotland
- Supports the youth work sector in Scotland. Find out about courses qualifying you to be a youth worker in Scotland, and read about all the projects, research, policies, publications and information that the agency provides.
- http://www.youthlink.co.uk [EN]
- Wales: Wales Youth Agency
- Learn all about training to be a youth worker and find opportunities for young people and youth workers such as language courses and study visits. In the ‘resources’ section you can find links to youth organisations across Wales.
- http://www.nya.org.uk/information/100594/100603/108754/109599/qmwales/ [EN][CY]
Last update: 17/04/2012 @ 15:57:42
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