Research and Practice 2025

“Horizontal governance is essential because the adult education sector in Europe is not coordinated and mainly operates through clusters. We should strengthen existing collaborations to ensure public, private, and social actors work together,” says Francesca Torlone, Associate Professor at the University of Florence.

New perspectives, Policy perspectives

Bridging the gap: How stakeholder cooperation can enhance lifelong learning

Conducted across 21 European countries, the RegALE survey highlights the urgent need for better cooperation among policymakers, practitioners and researchers to create a more inclusive and effective adult education system in Europe. Francesca Torlone of the University of Florence discusses the survey results, noting the fragmented state of adult education and proposing solutions.

10.01.2025 Sara Pasino

From the Editorial team

EDITORIAL How best to harness the research in adult education?

In his editorial on the theme of Research and Practice, ELM Editorial Board member Jón Torfi Jónasson highlights how good research can open new worlds and push us forward. With an open mind, it becomes a powerful inspiration for improving practice and shaping policy.

09.01.2025 Jón Torfi Jónasson