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Learning is at the heart of museums, libraries and archives.
"Learning is a process of active engagement with experience. It is what people do when they want to make sense of the world. It may involve the development or deepening of skills, knowledge, understanding, awareness, values, ideas and feelings, or an increase in the capacity to reflect. Effective learning leads to change, development and the desire to learn more." (Adapted from Campaign for Learning).
The MLA works with the sector to increase opportunities for adult, child and family learners to progress and achieve their creativity and unlock their potential.
Museums, libraries and archives - places for adult learning
MLA is working with DIUS to integrate museums, libraries and archives in the Government’s Informal Adult Learning Strategy.
> Read more about adult learnersTeachers, children, museums, libraries and archives
Museums, libraries and archives work successfully with schools, teachers and school-age children.
> Read more about school age childrenAn improvement framework for museums, libraries and archives
The website Inspiring Learning for All is MLA's toolkit for inclusive learning in museums, libraries and archives.
> Read more about inspiring learning