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Why is relevant for adult educators and adult education centers?

Why this case study is a success / best practice?

The Czech Republic demonstrates a sustained concern for the continuing education of adults and
the large number of private initiatives dedicated to the education and improvement of adults of all
ages is remarkable. These cases show that a proper infrastructure and legislative measures works
very well. Adequate legislative support and clear national guidelines encourage quality initiatives in
the adult education sector.

In 2020, the Czech Republic adopted the Strategy for Educational Policy of the Czech Republic until
2030+.The paper covers lifetime learning and non-formal education, and it also emphasises the
advancement of adult civic education. The framework was developed taking into account emerging
trends, an ageing population, and the possible effects of the Society 4.0 phenomena. The
implementation action plans specify specific actions. "Citizens' preparedness for labour market
change, education and digital skills development" is one of the goals, and it is specifically aimed at
promoting adult learning.

5.23 DENMARK

Danish Adult Education Association

FolkeUniversitet is a national public education initiative that seeks to improve civic engagement and
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democratic understanding while also spreading information about research findings and
methodologies. Through educational and lecture activities, FolkeUniversitet aims to increase
understanding of democracy and active citizenship while also disseminating knowledge of research
techniques and findings.

Founded in 1898, the Danish People's University is now a public education institution spanning the
entire country. Its regional organisation is made up of four departments located in the university
cities of Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, and Aalborg. Furthermore, the company collaborates with
over 100 university committees located outside of university areas. The Folkeuniversitets'

administration, travel costs, and lecturer and teacher compensation, among other costs, are
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subsidised by the State.
Through cooperation, information sharing, and development, the Danish Adult Education
Association (DAEA) is an association that supports nonformal adult education through the 32
member organisations. In Denmark, there is a wide range of formal and informal adult education
programmes and institutions available. Most of them are funded in part by participants and in part
by the state or municipalities.

9 People's University (kum.dk)