The Australian Journal of Adult Learning (AJAL) has been published on behalf of Adult Learning Australia for over 64 years and is widely recognised as the leading journal on adult education in Australia. It is also highly regarded internationally. We are seeking a new editor for a 3-5 year term, starting in 2025, due to […]
Are you passionate about building strong member relationships and driving digital engagement? Adult Learning Australia (ALA) is seeking a dynamic and organised individual to join our team as a Membership and Digital Engagement Officer. In this role, you’ll play a key part in managing our membership services, enhancing digital presence, and supporting professional development events. […]
Take a look inside the April Edition of the Australian Journal of Adult Learning. Volume 64, Number 1, April 2024 Editorial Trace Ollis Refereed articles The experiences of an online academic advising approach supporting adult learners transition into an enabling program preparing them for university Mary McGovern, Russell Crank and Orie Green Bessie Harrison Lee’s […]
Thursday 18 July 2024 7.00 pm AEST (Melbourne) 10.00 am IST (Cork) 11.00 am CEST (Hamburg) 11.00 am SAST (Durban) Webinar details provided upon registration. Participants are kindly asked to join the meeting 5 minutes prior to the start time.
About the session As adult educators, it is important that we recognise our learners as whole, embodied beings who navigate a landscape of multiple oppressions, but also one that is full of beauty. As feminist and critical educators, we view the classroom and other spaces where students learn as realms that can extend their agency […]
About the Annual General Meeting It’s that time of the year again! You are invited to attend our Annual General Meeting (AGM) where we come together to celebrate, reflect, and welcome new faces to our Board while bidding farewell to those whose terms have ended. This event will be online via Zoom, and all are […]
Dr. Robyn Ober, Batchelor Institute
About the session This webinar builds on our successful first Aboriginal English and Code Switching webinar session in 2023. Join us for a dynamic session that delves into the delicate balance, promoting inclusivity and honouring the cultural and linguistic diversity within First Nations communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of language dynamics […]
The Adult Learning Australia (ALA) Board plays a critical role in leading the strategic direction and governance of our organisation, and is accountable to the ALA membership. Our Board members are leaders who bring their experience, expertise and energy to guide and support the organisation to reach its full potential. We currently have 3 board […]
Take a look inside the Special Edition of the Australian Journal of Adult Learning. Volume 63, Number 3, November 2023 Editorial Cheryl Ryan and Stephen Billett Refereed articles Analysing work and life course learning under capitalism using a mind in political economy approach Peter Sawchuck Workplace practices that support learning across working life Sarojni Choy […]
Background Place-based learning city frameworks founded on lifelong learning and the concept of a learning society have immense potential to address a wide range of local and global environmental and societal challenges. The OECD and UNESCO stress the importance of changing approaches to education and learning to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN […]
Expression of Interest: Learn Local pre-accredited practitioners can register their interest to complete either or both of the ALNPP additional modules: ‘ALNPP Koorie module’ and/or ‘ALNPP Professional Learning Network’ for Semester 2 2023. Please use the form below to register. Once you have submitted your details, we will send you an email with your login […]
Take a look inside the latest Australian Journal of Adult Learning. Volume 63, Number 2, July 2023 Editorial Trace Ollis Refereed articles Why some homogeneous adult learning groups may be necessary for encouraging diversity: A theory of conditional social equality Helene Ahl, Joel Hedegaard and Barry Golding Post-school dilemmas in diminished society: Workingclass mothers’ perspectives […]
ALA is seeking a skilled, experienced and self-motivated individual with a minimum of 3 years of experience in journalism/professional writing to fill our Communications Coordinator position for 6 months. You will be enthusiastic about storytelling and demonstrate initiative in finding compelling stories and shareable content, have the ability to prioritise work and to work to […]
We’re very excited to announce the Adult Learners Week theme this year: ‘It’s never too late’ a reminder that there’s no use-by date when it comes to learning. Many of us dream of trying something new but somehow never seem to get around to it. Sometimes it’s lack of confidence holding us back, or bad […]
