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RSS feedsThe learning revolution white paper, was launched by the MLA in March this year, with a view to inspire and increase opportunities for learning for pleasure. By signing it six months ahead of the deadline, these institutions have displayed their commitment to the informal adult learning movement.
They have also shown their commitment to be at the forefront of change and innovation and do all they can to spark a thriving culture of lifelong learning within local communities. This is particularly important at a time when local authorities will assume leadership of informal learning from April 2010, according to the MLA.
Three London museums - The Charles Dickens Museum, Historic Royal Palaces and the Ragged School Museum, among others have all pledged to support, develop and celebrate the power of informal learning.
Chair of the MLA Sir Andrew Motion said: “The museum, library and archive community has responded wonderfully to the call to action in the learning revolution white paper. We believe that their inspiring collections, skilled staff and community bases offer adults choice and flexibility about what, where and when they learn.
“It’s now up to local authorities to recognise the natural backdrop to a joined-up local learning infrastructure that museums, libraries and archives can provide.”
Meanwhile, culture Minister, Margaret Hodge, said: “Encouraging people to explore and learn through our museums, libraries and archives is really important. It’s good to see the MLA working so closely with the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills to ensure that the sector shows its support and has signed the pledge in such great numbers.”
The month-long learning revolution festival involved many museums, libraries and archives which have played a major role, through events and activities, and demonstrated the value and benefits of learning for personal development, family development and community development, according to the Council.
