Glossary of learning terminology

The 'Study on European Terminology in Adult Learning for a common language and common understanding and monitoring of the sector' project, co-funded by the Lifelong Learning Programme, led to the compilation of two glossaries.

The level 1 glossary is intended as a practical reference tool for policy-makers and administrators, helping the Commission, Member States and other European countries, and stakeholders monitor and analyse the adult learning sector in Europe by improving data quality and comparability. The terms in the glossary are those considered essential for that purpose, in particular those for which definitions must be agreed (as far as possible) and understood at European level in order for policy discussions to proceed smoothly. The glossary includes all EU official languages, plus those of Iceland, Northern Macedonia, Norway and Turkey.

The level 2 glossary contains considerably more terms and is intended for use by specialists. Its primary purpose is to serve as a resource for monitoring the adult learning sector. It is available in English only.