Looks at theoretical issues, and presents the findings of research carried out in Burkina Faso, about the indicators which can be used to measure the effectiveness of the right to education. This book also contains case studies from seven African countries, showing the diversity and potential of Non-Formal Education initiatives.

The first part looks at theoretical issues and presents the findings of research carried out in Burkina Faso about the indicators which can be used to measure the effectiveness of the right to education. It places the discussion in a historical context and looks at current policies on the roles of non-formal and formal education in realising the vision of the seminal 1990 Jomtien Declaration on Education for All. The second part of the book contains case studies from seven African countries showing the diversity and potential of NFE initiatives.

Foreward, Acronyms
1 The Symposium, an Overview
Non-Formal Education: The Issues
2 Measuring a Cultural Right: The Effectiveness of the Right to Education
3 Observing and Collecting 'Social Intelligence'
4 Diversifying Basic Education for All: Can Non-Formal Education Make a Difference?
5 ABLE Politics in an International Perspective
Country Studies
6 Educators for a Basic Education programme: the Gambian Experience
7 Factors Contributing to the Success or Failure of Non-Formal Education Initiatives in Kenya
8 Namibia: Towards Education for All
9 Managing Diversity in an Integrated System of Educational Provision: Nomadic Education in Nigeria
10 Adult Education and Women's Literacy in Senegal
11 Moving Beyond the Classroom:: Expanding Learning Opportunities for Marginalised Populations in Tanzania and Ethiopia
Annexes, Contributors.