PART Recent Trends and Developments in Government Policies in Education, Science and Culture
Chapter 2 Promotion of Lifelong Learning
5 Lifelong Learning and Activities in the Fields of Social Education, Culture and Sports
(1) Demands far More Diversified and Advanced Learning
The focus of people's learning activities is apparently shifting
from practical learning to learning for enjoyment and personal enhancement. However,
considering the rapid progress of science and technology and other dramatic social
changes, it is predicted that the acquisition of practical knowledge and skills
which are useful for vocational and family life will become increasingly important
and that the demands for more diversified and advanced learning will increase.