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‘Too much to do in the real world’- A discussion of views on learning in Hull (2006)

This report gives an insight into what might be called the ‘learning’ culture of Hull.  Poor educational results in the recent past have meant that Hull has often been characterised as not having a culture of learning and achievement. 

However, this report argues that the reality is more complex, suggesting that there is a strong culture of learning, but of informal learning that stems from the type of learning common to Hull’s industrial past. 

The voices of Hull residents are used to look at the types of learning that are valued and the reasons why; the reasons why some aren’t involved in formal learning; and the stories of others who have re-engaged with learning later in life.  As such there are plenty of thoughts about how formal learning could be made more attractive for people, as well as ideas and discussion that can stimulate debate about learning in Hull.

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