Posts tagged Lifelong learning
A fit-for-purpose Quality Assurance framework for ULLL: The TU Delft Learning for Life model
Use case written by Roberta De Franco, Clelia Paraluppi as contribution to ‘Compendium of Case Studies: University Lifelong Learning Applied Cases that Inspire’ published by eucen.
The SAMUELE project has released the ‘Compendium of Case Studies: University Lifelong Learning Applied Cases that Inspire’, presenting 36 practices of University Lifelong Learning (ULLL) from 17 countries. The publication groups the cases into four thematic areas: strategic commitment and vision, structure and organisation, ULLL operations, and impact and engagement. Roberta De Franco and Clelia Paraluppi contributed to the compendium with a ULLL operations use case of TU Delft Learning for Life Centre.
Keywords
Quality Assurance, Lifelong Learning, University Lifelong Learning operations
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SAMUELE consortium (Ed.) (2026): University Lifelong Learning Applied Cases that
Inspire. SAMUELE Compendium of Case Studies. © The SAMUELE consortium, 2026
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Towards an impactful university lifelong learning offer. Learning for life with TU Delft
Innovative practice paper written by Bertien Broekhans, Elke Spiessens and Cora van Haaren published in European Journal of University Lifelong Learning in 2025.
Abstract
Lifelong learning (LLL) is gaining strategic importance in universities as societies face urgent challenges in areas such as digitalisation, energy transition, and climate resilience. Higher education institutions are increasingly expected to serve not only degree-seeking students but also professionals in need of flexible and relevant learning opportunities.
This paper explores how TU Delft, a public university of technology in the Netherlands, has worked to integrate LLL into its institutional strategy and daily practice. It focuses on the tensions between the established structures and culture of the university – largely shaped by degree education and research – and the emerging demands associated with continuing education. Through a decade of experience with open and online learning, internal and external collaboration, TU Delft is gradually adapting its organisation, governance, and educational offer. This paper reflects on the challenges encountered, the strategies employed, and the lessons learned. The analysis may offer useful insights for institutions in similar contexts that are exploring how to develop and sustain an impactful LLL offer alongside their traditional missions.
Keywords
Lifelong learning, institutional innovation, impact-driven, technology context
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Innovative Practice chapter |https://doi.org/10.53807/0902p29L
Broekhans, B., Spiessens, E., & Van Haaren, C. (2025) TOWARDS AN IMPACTFUL UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING OFFER. LEARNING FOR LIFE WITH TU DELFT.,
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Enhancing University Lifelong Learning Cultures. European Journal of University Lifelong Learning (EJULL), 9(2). © eucen 2025.2025.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.53807/0902o2tH | ISSN 2789-4029.
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Gamification, Interdisciplinarity, and Learning Networks: A Holistic Approach to Professional Development
Dissertation written by Ali Soleymani for the purpose of obtaining the degree of Doctor at Delft University of Technology. The doctoral thesis was successfully defended on May 1st, 2025.
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Educational Technology, Networked Learning, Professional Development, Gamification,
Interdisciplinary Learning, Knowledge Networks, Learning Analytics, Personalized Learning, Value Creation Framework, Learning Communities, Lifelong Learning, Career Advancement, Technology Enhanced Learning, MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses), Case Studies, Boundary-Crossing Framework, Collaboration and Innovation, Knowledge Sharing, Incentive Structures, Digital Learning Environments, Skill Development, Learning Culture.
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Soleymani, A. (2025). GAMIFICATION, INTERDISCIPLINARITY, AND LEARNING NETWORKS: A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. Dissertation (TU Delft), Delft University of Technology
https://doi.org/10.4233/uuid:95eafc9f-3b60-4090-845e-867b8bb4bccb
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