Research and analysis
Barriers to learning for disadvantaged adults
Qualitative research exploring the barriers, motivations and triggers for learning among adults.
Applies to England
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This qualitative study delivers insight into the range of barriers to learning that adults face, as well as their motivations and triggers for learning.
It also presents adults’ recommendations on how to encourage others to take up learning.
It’s based on in-depth interviews with both learners and non-learners.
Detailed findings from a survey of over 5,000 adults who participate in learning has also been published.
Published 22 August 2018