| The Council
for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) is a national,
non-profit organization whose mission is to expand learning
opportunities for adults. CAEL works to remove policy and
organizational barriers to learning opportunities, identifies
and disseminates effective practices, and delivers value-added
services.
Since its founding
in 1974, under the auspices of the Educational Testing Service
(ETS) in Princeton, New Jersey, CAEL has been providing colleges
and universities, companies, labor organizations and state
and local governments with the tools and strategies they need
for creating practical, effective lifelong learning solutions.
CAEL's
Intermediary Role
CAEL is unique
in its knowledge of adult/employee learning practices and
in its ability to work as an active intermediary between:
- Colleges& Universities
- Corporations
- Labor unions
- Government, community and philanthropic entities
As the only educational services organization of its kind,
CAEL leverages the strengths and capabilities of each of these
constituencies
CAEL’s Integrated Approach
CAEL Lifelong Learning Division: assists educational
institutions to provide adults with meaningful, relevant and
quality learning experiences.
CAEL Workforce Development Division: assists employers
and educational institutions on projects for both the active
and downsized workforce.
CAEL Public Policy Division: creates alliances between
public, philanthropic and private sectors to support access
and success for adults as they pursue quality learning opportunities
and career paths.
CAEL:
Transforming Lifelong Learning - Download
this PDF to find out more about how CAEL creates Education
Partnerships, implements Workplace Learning Solutions, and
is active in Linking Learning with Economic Success.
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