What is formal education?

A formal education program is the process of training and developing people in knowledge, skills, mind, and character in a structured and certified program.

• Formal versus nonformal education

• Concept module: formal education
• In overview module: Glossary (Literacy): F
• In modular book: Glossary of literacy terms
• In document collection: Reference materials
• In bookshelf: Literacy

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