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ministerial foreword
Learning has never been more important in our society than it is now. When Life Through Learning; Learning Through Life, the Lifelong Learning Strategy for Scotland was launched in February 2003, we set out a distinctive and wide-ranging agenda for lifelong learning over a 5 year period. This document, the fourth in our series of updates, gives an indication of the progress that has been made.
What is clear is that Scotland's performance as a learning nation continues to improve. Modern Apprenticeships, targeted business support, Individual Learning Accounts, and offering More Choices, More Chances to those young people who are not in education, employment or training, are all helping this improvement.
In some areas we are at the forefront of developments - the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework is one of the most advanced frameworks of its type in Europe, and Determined to Succeed, provides a model for others introducing young people to the world of work and enterprise.
While much has been achieved, we also still have challenges to face. That is why we have recently launched a consultation on issues related to lifelong learning in Scotland. The strategy's 5 year lifespan is almost complete. Now is a good time to consider what we want to do next. We do hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to contribute to the consultation, and we look forward to your input.
Finally, we would like to thank everyone who contributed to this document. We believe it provides a strong foundation for future progress.
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Nicol Stephen
Deputy First Minister and Minister for Enterprise and Lifelong Learning | Allan Wilson
Deputy Minister for Enterprise and Lifelong Learning |
November 2006
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