Opinion
Now in ELM: How adult education strengthens democracy
Discover how adult learning empowers citizens across Europe, why critical thinking and inclusion matter and how media literacy is helping to build a stronger civil society in Palestine.
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Follow the journals in adult education
Stay up to date with the latest research in adult education and lifelong learning. Explore leading academic journals that shape the field — and dive into ideas that inspire change.
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ELM themes: Research, Flexibility and Democracy
In 2025, ELM will explore the following themes:
- Research and Practice
- Flexible Learning Approaches
- Adult Education and Democracy
Seeking inspiring project stories
Would you like to tell us about a project you’ve participated in? Do you have any great pictures from the project?
Please submit your idea to ELM Magazine to share your experiences! Our e-mail address is: elm@kvs.fi
Once approved, you will receive an email with a list of questions to answer for the development of a Q&A article. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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ELM on adult education and lifelong learning
Welcome to ELM Magazine, a free online magazine on adult education and lifelong learning. Our articles, published on a continuous basis, keep you on the pulse of what’s happening in the field of adult education in Europe.
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Looking for theme issues 1/2017-3/2023?
Read our theme issues 2017-2023 and explore the wide array of interesting topics we have covered in our articles.
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