Formal Education
Formal education or formal learning usually takes place in the premises of the school, where a person may learn basic, academic, or trade skills. Small children often attend a nursery or kindergarten but often formal education begins in elementary school and continues with secondary school.
Post-secondary education (or higher education) is usually at a college or university which may grant an academic degree. It is associated with a specific stage and is provided under a certain set of rules and regulations.
Characteristics of formal education
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Formal education is structured hierarchically.
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It is planned and deliberate.
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Scheduled fees are paid regularly.
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It has a chronological grading system.
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It has a syllabus and is subject-oriented. The syllabus has to be covered within a specific time period.
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The child is taught by the teachers
Advantages of Formal education:
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An organized educational model and up-to-date course contents.
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Students acquire knowledge from trained and professional teachers.
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Structured and systematic learning process.
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Intermediate and final assessments are ensured to advance students to the next learning phase.
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Institutions are managerially and physically organized.
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Leads to a formally recognized certificate.
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Easy access to jobs.
