Lifelong Learning and ICT
Currently, society in permanent change requires continuous adaptation of the human being to the surrounding environment. We live in a global, multicultural and hyper-connected world where technology is present in all spheres of life and is the backbone for the transformation of society (Telefónica Foundation, 2004).
The development of the information society is linked to a permanent need for learning by individuals. In this sense, we can speak of learning throughout life in all areas of knowledge, either when it is formal, non-formal or casual learning. It is a continuous process focused on the particular needs of the individual. “The aim of lifelong learning is to improve knowledge, skills and competence with a personal, civic, social or employment-related perspective” (Yamat et al. Cited by Nordin, Embi & Yunus, 2010, p. 131).
Today, the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has provided the opportunity to experience learning situations at any time, without the necessity of being present, no matter the place or device.
The globalization of education allowed the increase in distance learning programs, supported by the growing use of e-learning systems.
The ICT has expanded the range of possibilities of teaching and implementing innovative methodologies. An example is the organization of cooperative learning with the mediation of virtual scenarios (Trujillo, Cáceres, Hinojo & Aznar, 2011).
The acceptance and use of these e-learning systems enable the success of such educational programs.