Rethinking Education--How Lifelong Learning Shapes the Modern World

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By Sarah Jennings

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Education is no longer a phase of life-it's a lifelong journey.
Rethinking Education - How Lifelong Learning Shapes the Modern World is a bold and insightful exploration of how the traditional boundaries of education are being redrawn in real time. In an age of rapid technological change, shifting job markets, and global uncertainty, the ability to keep learning-not just in school, but throughout life-has become the most vital skill of all.
This book challenges outdated models of education and presents a compelling vision for a more inclusive, adaptive, and future-ready learning ecosystem. It dives deep into how individuals, organizations, and societies can embrace lifelong learning to thrive in the modern world.
Inside, you'll explore:
  • Why the 20th-century model of "learn-then-work" is obsolete
  • How digital platforms, microcredentials, and online learning are revolutionizing access to knowledge
  • The role of curiosity, adaptability, and critical thinking in shaping modern learners
  • How governments and employers are reimagining education for the future of work
  • Strategies for individuals to build continuous learning habits in a distracted world
  • The importance of emotional intelligence, interdisciplinary skills, and global awareness in education today
  • Through real-world case studies, cutting-edge research, and visionary ideas, Rethinking Education inspires a new mindset-where learning is self-directed, community-driven, and deeply human. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, business leader, or lifelong learner, this book offers a blueprint for shaping a smarter, more agile, and more equitable world through the power of education.
    Because in the modern era, learning never stops-and those who embrace it will shape the future.
    Rethinking Education--How Lifelong Learning Shapes the Modern World