Research and analysis

Adult education: why adults decide to study

A qualitative study providing a detailed understanding of how and why adults decide to undertake learning.

Applies to England

Ref: ISBN 978-1-78105-942-5, DFE-RR842

PDF, 4.84 MB, 83 pages

Ref: ISBN 978-1-78105-941-8 , DFE-RA842

PDF, 1.95 MB, 44 pages

This study explores in depth adults’ behaviours and decision-making relating to learning.

It:

provides evidence on the influencers, facilitators and barriers to engagement in adult learning
provides key sources of information and support
explores what encourages adults into learning

It’s based on in-depth interviews with learners and workshops with non-learners.

Published 21 September 2018