Adult education and African development in the context of globalization

This article discusses the relationship between adult education and African development within the context of globalisation. The paper provides a definition of adult education, development and globalisation. It discusses key development challenges in Africa including the high instances of poverty, illiteracy, poor health conditions, conflicts and the spread of HIV/AIDS and looks at the role of adult education and development in promoting economic growth, reducing poverty and consolidating democracy.

Authors: Seya, Pierre Thizier

Published: Bonn, Germany, IIZ/DVV, 2005

Resource type: Article

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Subjects: GlobalisationAdult and community educationLiteracyEconomicsCulture and society

Keywords: Adult educationIlliteracyEconomic developmentSocial development

Geographic subjects: Africa

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