Learning Team B - University of Phoenix AET/508

1. ORGANIZATIONS FOR
LIFELONG LEARNING
Learning Team B: John Ross Johnson, Jae McCarley, Nikcole Little, Ijeffrey Rice,
Danetra Quaterman
AET/580
Michael Burnett
April 11, 2016

2. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ADULT
CONTINUING EDUCATION
• The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education (NIACE) is based upon an international organization that focuses on
education policy, procedures and economic issues that are primarily based in the United Kingdom. This organization is an
independent agency that focuses on research based upon economic and social issues that may be pertinent and relevant
toward learning through various aspects of work that will lead to heightened workforce based on socioeconomic factors.
• The organization focuses on the fact that there are many people e on benefits however, there is a large employment gap
that tends to be unfilled. Therefore, the NIACE embarks on focusing programs to maximize the skillset, diversity, and
training of working adults.

3. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ADULT
CONTINUING EDUCATION
• Philosophy – The NIACE focuses on working with a multitude of organizations and councils to provide more
opportunities to inclusive communities to help build and stabilize the economy (Learning and Working
Institute, 2016)
• Populations served- The NIACE works with a variety of organizations which in turns provides the company
with a diversified portfolio of businesses they partner with in conjunction to sectors of the organization and
community that are serviced (Learning and Working Institute, 2016).

4. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ADULT
CONTINUING EDUCATION
• Specific needs addressed focus on providing people with the skills and functions
they need to achieve and maximize career opportunities therefore, decreasing the
gap in the work force. Expanding the basic knowledge of skills sets to help increase
earning potential as a more productive and skilled individual will have the
opportunity to increase their earning potential (Learning and Working Institute,
2016).

5. COUNCIL FOR ADULT AND
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (CAEL)
• Philosophy and approach to lifelong learning
• The mission statement of the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) is to “
advance lifelong learning in partnership with educational institutions, employers,
labor organizations, government, and communities. CAEL works to remove policy
and organizational barriers to learning opportunities, identifies and disseminates
effective practices, and delivers value-added services (Philanthropedia, n.d.).”
Nowadays college students vary from the stereotypical 18 to 23-year-old.
Increasingly, working adults strive to reach desired economic goals by pursuing a
college degree. Traditional colleges are not prepared for the influx of the non-
traditional students. CAEL’s Adult Learning Focused Institution (ALFI) Initiative
focuses on helping higher learning institutions aid today’s adult learners. At the core
of the ALFI Initiative is a framework known as CAEL’s Principles of Effectiveness for
Serving Adult Learners that recommends alternative policies and practices that
universities can implement or adopt that either eliminates or alleviates obstacles to
realizing degree completion.

6. COUNCIL FOR ADULT AND
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (CAEL)
• Programs offered:
• 1) webinars:
• a) Developing Challenging Exams (to determine prior knowledge); b) How to Serve
Adult Learners Effectively
• 2) workshops:
• a) Fundamentals of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA); b) Implementing an Effective PLA
Program, c) Faulty Assessor Training; and d) Competency-Based Education and
Assessment
• 3) certifications:
• a) Career and Education Advisor certifications; and b) online PLA certifications

7. COUNCIL FOR ADULT AND
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
(CAEL)• Populations served and needs addressed:
• Employers – CAEL develops employee education programs for the workforce to develop talent at all levels.
• adult students - CAEL aids high school graduates who do not go directly to college but take a break as they begin a higher learning
program.
• colleges and universities – CAEL helps colleges service the needs of adult learners transitioning to higher learning programs.
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• workforce and economic developers -CAE aids with the understanding of employers’ needs, workers’ skills and training; CAEL links
the two.
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• adult students - CAEL gives working adults access to adult-friendly colleges, recognition for life and work experiences, and new
ways to pay for education. CAEL helps adult learners earn college credit for what they already know and helps them find career and
education options in growth industries.
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• Military and Veterans – CAEL provides active duty and military access to military-friendly universities, recognition for life and military
experiences0 and paths to civilian jobs
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• Low income and unemployed – CAEL helps them return to school by allowing them access to The Right Way Forward, The Wrong
Choices and Long-term Employability
• Employees – CAEL allows employees access to aid adult learners choose the right career, select the right school and earn degree or
quicker
• Older workers – CAEL identifies what adult learners need to prepare for this new stage of their work life and helps organizations
create roles that both address emerging needs and also offer the flexibility that many seek.

8. THE COALITION OF LIFELONG
LEARNING ORGANIZATION
Philosophy and approach to lifelong learning: The viewpoint and attitude to lifelong
initiates offered by The Coalition of Lifelong Learning Organization is an evolving
association created to help others understand the significance of constant learning.
The developmental process of technology used throughout learning suggested that
education is a necessary is important to excel in today’s society.

9. THE COALITION OF LIFELONG
LEARNING ORGANIZATION
• Programs offered: The Programs offered by The Coalition of Lifelong Learning Organization (COLLO) include
assistances that support and motivate the learner to complete their desired programs. It also helps identify
complications learners may have with absorbing information.
• The Coalition of Lifelong Learning Organization (COLLO) serves a population of many. These members include
any person who has chosen to further his or her education. Any association or organization that has an
involvement in adult learning is also eligible for affiliation. The relationships connected with COLLO helps
facilitators express what is needed to better assist students. It also allows learners to offer suggestions that
would assist in getting their needs met regarding education.

10. THE COALITION OF LIFELONG
LEARNING ORGANIZATION
• Specific needs addressed: (COLLO) The Coalition of Lifelong Learning Organization addressed specific needs
of learners. The basics may not always be easy to acquire in this technology based society, but COLLO has
created many advantages to assist in life. According to Collo (2014) “The overall purpose of the Coalition is to
operate on a non-profit basis for the promotion of social welfare by developing, maintaining and improving a
balanced system of lifelong learning.” There are times when adults can become displaced. Programs such as
this offer encouragement to continue in life by making steps towards improving individual situations.

11. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF ADULT
AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
• Philosophy and approach to lifelong learning
• Provide leadership for the field of adult and continuing education by expanding opportunities for adult growth and
development; unifying adult educators; fostering the development and dissemination of theory, research, information, and the
best practices; promoting identity and standards for the profession; and advocating relevant public policy and social change
initiatives.
• Programs offered
• Webinar
• Conferences
• Membership options
• Online resources
• Member Insurance
• Access to National Literacy Advocacy List

12. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF ADULT
AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
• Populations served
• Individuals
• Students
• Retiree AAACE members
• Affiliates
• Specific needs addressed
• Access to publications, conferences, and webinars that promote leadership among adult
learners.

13. SIMILARITIES OF THESE LIFELONG
LEARNING ORGANIZATIONS
• The CAEL, COLLO, and AAACE all strive to provide opportunities for students trying
to further their education by aiding these students through the educational process.
These programs all have tools to make their learning and transition back into
college or a classroom go more smoothly
• All of the organizations strive to help learners no matter their age
• Each of the organizations make a push in the utilization of technologies available to
the learners. In our ever changing and fast paced world, technology allows the
learner to be connected to people at any given moment for the maximized
educational experience

14. DIFFERENCES OF THESE LIFELONG
LEARNING ORGANIZATIONS
• The NIACE is an organization that is not necessarily set up to help adult learners just
to gain more knowledge or to finish a degree, but to help them increase their
productivity at work or reach their maximum pay by increasing their skills within a
specific job setting
• The CAEL has broadened its horizons and has a larger targeted audience than the
other three organizations and reaches more adult learners.
• CAEL also offers certification to show the credentials of its adult learners as they
progress throughout the courses and programs within the CAEL.

15. WORKS CITED
• CAEL. (2015). Retrieved from http://www.cael.org/
• Learning and Working Institute (2016). Retrieved from http://www.learningandwork.org.uk/
• Philanthtropedia. (n.d.). The council for adult and experiential learning (CAEL) Retrieved from
http://www.myphilanthropedia.org/top-nonprofits/national/workforce-
development/2010/the-council-for-adult-and-experiential-learning-cael
• The Coalition of Lifelong Learning Organization. (2014). the Coalition of Lifelong Learning
Organization (COLLO). Retrieved from http://www.thecollo.org/aboutus.php#membership