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Celebrating the achievements of lifelong learners

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It’s never too late

Julia Owen explores the merits of lifelong learning.

Most people like learning new things. Continuing our learning throughout life is a great way of keeping us energised, engaged and in touch. Sadly, some people are put off learning because of tough times at school, but a bad school experience shouldn't stop us from learning now. Whatever your past, and whatever you've achieved in education, there are now hosts of fantastic learning opportunities just waiting to be grabbed. Read full article.

All systems go

In need of a pep talk? Barrie Mellor reveals the secret of successful learning.

Words from the wise

Never underestimate your personal worth. Richard Broome looks at the importance of knowledge sharing.

Ride the silver wave

From uploading a photo to video-calling your sister in Australia, Sally Robinson takes you on a whistle-stop tour of the web's top learning hot spots.

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I went back to learning at 50...

...and I have never looked back!

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From senior manager to student

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