1. Work in groups. Each group member interviews ten people about their perception of lifelong learning. Use the questionnaire shown here as a guide.

(Làm việc nhóm. Mỗi thành viên nhóm phỏng vấn mười người về nhận thức của họ về học tập suốt đời. Sử dụng các câu hỏi đưa ra ở đây như một hướng dẫn.)

1. Which of the following is the main objective for lifelong learning?

A. Keeping your brain healthy.

B. Increasing individual income and employment security.

C. Updating knowledge and skills.

D. Getting a higher degree to decorate one’s CV.

E. Teaching and training other people.

F. Your idea:

Key: _____

2. Which of the following is the best thing to learn throughout life?

A. Work-related knowledge and experience.

B. General knowledge.

C. Anything of one’s interest.

D. Specialised knowledge.

E. Anything at one’s convenience.

F. Your idea:

Key: _____

3. Which of the following is the best way to learn throughout life?

A. Enrolling on online courses.

B. Attending lectures, conferences, seminars, and meetings.

C. Reading professional magazines and books.

D. Attending classes at ‘bricks and mortar’ institutions.

E. Learning from friends, colleagues and experienced professionals.

F. Your idea:

Key _____

4. Which of the following is the main facilitator to lifelong learning?

A. Government programmes supporting lifelong learning.

B. Online educational materials available.

C. Employers’ support, awards, and promotion for good lifelong learners.

D. Family’s support.

E. Scholarships from universities and organisations.

F. Your idea:

Key _____

5. Which of the following is the main barrier to lifelong learning?

A. Lack of time.

B. Lack of interest and motivation.

C. Lack of support from family and employers.

D. Lack of finances.

E. Inability to choose what to learn.

F. Your idea: []

Key _____