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Matrix of Humanistic Lifelong Learning for Public Libraries

ABSTRACT There is much controversy within education about the purpose of lifelong learning and how to encourage it within educational institutions, including public libraries. Therefore, this article distinguishes between the “human capital” model of lifelong learning, and the “humanistic” model, and argues that the humanistic model is more consistent with library core values and can help public libraries remain relevant to their communities. Then, to help public libraries create lifelong learning programs steeped in humanistic values, the authors identify components of humanistic lifelong learning and examine educational programs that practice these values. Finally, the authors integrate these programs into the “matrix of humanistic lifelong learning” that can help public libraries establish a system of lifelong learning that is humanistic, individualized, and can be tailored to the local community.