151 — Is 'lifelong learning' a myth?

For decades, 'lifelong learning' has been the clarion call of governments, employers and higher education institutions - but what has that achieved? And is it in tension with the push for greater performance at work? This week on The GoodPractice Podcast, Activate Learning's Helen Blunden joins Ross G and Owen to discuss: what 'lifelong learning' means how different organisations respond to the new for new skills how far individuals need to take ownership of their own learning. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can find us on Twitter @RossGarnerGP, @OwenFerguson and @ActivateLearning. To find out more about GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com or tweet us @GoodPractice or @GoodPracticeAus. To find out more about Helen, see: activatelearning.com.au Mary Meeker's 2019 report is online at: bondcap.com/report/itr19/ See slide 260 for the section Owen discussed. Ross was pleased to recommend the Intex Explorer K2 Two-Person Kayak with Oars and Pump, on Amazon at: amazon.co.uk/dp/B00AIQ8LGG He received nothing in return for this recommendation, but will take your thanks as a given. Helen 'Booktubes' at: youtube.com/watch?v=sqnOk2GXJuI&list=PL0lQrWZ-C72FcEIBNk7SPAkPL32P5ziTj Editorial note: At the time of recording, Rory Stewart was still a Conservative Party leadership contender.