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AONTAS Welcomes the Global Campaign for Adult Education and Learning, #weareALE

On 22nd March, AONTAS joined with our fellow adult learning civil society organisations worldwide to promote the understanding and practice of adult learning and education. The International Council for Adult Education (ICAE) leads the 5-year campaign and notes the central role of adult learning in attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the need for adequate funding and the value of ALE in a healthier planet and a better, more just world. The purpose is to speak with one voice in advancing the value of adult learning for all. As part of the “we are adult learning and education” (#weareALE) campaign,

AONTAS is Hiring – March 2021

Head of Research (Maternity Cover) – Specific Purpose Contract Purpose of the Role To help deliver AONTAS’ current research initiatives and support the continuation the organisation’s capacity for research in the area of adult education as per the AONTAS Strategic Plan 2019-2022. A full job description and information on how to apply is available here.  The […]

ESRI Geary Lecture 2020: Has the Gender Revolution Stalled?

Gender equality is one of the core principles of AONTAS’ work. Last year, AONTAS Research Officer, Laura Lovejoy, had the opportunity to attend the Economic and Social Research Institute’s 2020 Geary Lecture. This year’s lecture was given by Professor Paula England, a Professor of Sociology at NYU, and focused on continuing gender inequalities across earning potential and fields of study comparing evidence gathered from both the United States and Ireland. Professor England’s research shows that while, in the United States, women are now surpassing men in attaining baccalaureate and doctoral degrees (England, 2020) , much work remains to be done in advancing gender equality, as fields of study remain gender segregated and women still earn less than men.

Call to Action: A Restoration of Affordable Unlimited Data Options for Adult Learners

During the shift to remote learning, to maintain learning connectivity issues need to be addressed. We know a minimum of three things are needed: access to IT device; reliable and unlimited WiFi/internet; and digital training/skills. While great efforts have been made regarding access to IT devices, especially through the MAED Fund and HEI and FET […]

I’m a FET Learner: Celebrating Learner Voice from the National FET Learner Forum

On Wednesday, 16th December, AONTAS launched a new publication: the “I’m a FET Learner” booklet. The booklet captures the experiences of ten Further Education and Training (FET) learners who participated in the National FET Learner Forum over the course of its existence from 2016 to 2020. Since its launch the Forum has reached 3,791 learners and helped to provide important learner feedback into the future planning of FET. This booklet showcases the individual impact of the Forum according to learners who have taken part and showcases the diversity of voices and experiences captured by the event. For many, the Forum is a stepping stone to further, deeper learner voice engagement and the booklet celebrates each learner’s journey and the empowerment they gained from sharing their voice.