The Value of the Difference and Lifelong Learning in the Contemporary Pedagogy

Both the value of difference and the value of lifelong learning align with the broader goal of creating inclusive and equitable societies, where every citizen has access to education and the opportunity to realize their full potential along life (SDG 4, for 2030). Contemporary pedagogy requires educators to be the transformative forces in enriching the potential of learners, encouraging them to develop a growth mindset and to view learning as an ongoing journey of exploration and discovery throughout life. Like the brushstrokes of a painter, educators create different meanings, giving value to differences in lines, layouts, colors or shades, allowing art to flourish in an endless process.
Educators and policymakers will find in this handbook a springboard for thinking about education as a collective capital rich in transformative experiences and processes of lifelong learning. Divided into three sections, the book explores in depth the value of difference, the value of lifelong learning, and presents proposals for achieving these values in different educational scenarios, addressing some of the multiple educational needs in the global and interconnected societies.