What is nonformal education?

What is nonformal education?

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Definition

Nonformal education is instruction that is not obligatory and structured and is learned outside the context of a formal school. The term is often used in reference to adult education.

Also known as:

Informal education.

See also
	Formal versus nonformal education

Context for this page:

Concept module: nonformal education
In overview module: Glossary (Literacy): N
In modular book: Glossary of literacy terms
In document collection: Reference materials

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