Powering a Learning Society During an Age of Disruption

• Other Authors: Ra, Sungsup (Editor), Jagannathan, Shanti (Editor), Maclean, Rupert (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Springer Nature 2021
• Series: Education in the Asia-Pacific Region: Issues, Concerns and Prospects 58
• Subjects: Education; Industrial or vocational training; Educational strategies & policy; Study & learning skills: general; Education, general; Professional & Vocational Education; Educational Policy and Politics; Study and Learning Skills; Lifelong Learning; Professional and Vocational Education; Digital Education and Educational Technology; Learning Policy; Learning Societies; Applied Learning; Equity and Justice in Education; Generic Skills; Gender Issues in Education; Inequality in Society; Open Access
• Online Access: OAPEN Library: download the publication; OAPEN Library: description of the publication

This open access book presents contemporary perspectives on the role of a learning society from the lens of leading practitioners, experts from universities, governments, and industry leaders. The think pieces argue for a learning society as a major driver of change with far-reaching influence on learning to serve the needs of economies and societies. The book is a testimonial to the importance of 'learning communities.' It highlights the pivotal role that can be played by non-traditional actors such as city and urban planners, citizens, transport professionals, and technology companies. This collection seeks to contribute to the discourse on strengthening the fabric of a learning society crucial for future economic and social development, particularly in the aftermath of the coronavirus disease.