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Outline of education

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The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to education:

Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, morals, beliefs, habits, and personal development.[1]

Participants in education

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Education by Country

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History of education

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Educational philosophies

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Educational theory and practice

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Pedogagical and instructional approaches

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Teaching methods

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Educational materials, tools and technologies

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Types of educational goals and outcomes

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There are many types of potential educational aims and objectives, irrespective of the specific subject being learned. Some can cross multiple school disciplines.

Educational assessment, qualification and certification (for students)

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Educational qualifications (for teachers)

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Branches of education

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Education by level or stage

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Education by funding and governance

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Education by subject, specialization or department

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Educational scholars and researchers

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Educational research

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In addition, research methods are drawn from many social research and psychological fields.

Educational organizations

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Types of educational institutions

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  • School – an institution designed for the teaching of students (or "pupils") under the direction of teachers. Most countries have systems of formal education (commonly compulsory), in which students progress through a series of schools. The names for these schools vary by country but generally include primary school for young children and secondary school for teenagers who have completed primary education. Non-compulsory higher education follows, and is taught in institutions called a college or university.

Specific schools

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Associations

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Governmental organisations and agencies

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Libraries

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  • Library – collection, or institution that provides a collection, of sources of information and similar resources, made accessible to a defined community for reference or borrowing. Among its purposes is to support the ongoing education of its members.

Types of libraries

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Specific libraries

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Museums

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  • Museum – an institution, the purpose of which is collect, preserve, interpret, and display items of artistic, cultural, or scientific significance for the education of the public.

Types of museums

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See also

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References

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