Abbas İlham Babayev

FACTORS HINDERING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORK AND THEIR IMPACT ON THE ORGANIZATION OF LIFELONG LEARNING IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract. This article examines the shortcomings that prevent the Azerbaijan National Qualifications Framework (AzNQF) for lifelong learning from becoming an effective policy tool in the creation of lifelong learning infrastructure in the country and its impact on the activities of higher education institutions (HEIs) in the organization of lifelong learning. The reason for focusing on the higher education level is due to the recognition of the role of HEIs in the development of lifelong learning at both the national and international levels. This study used interviews with representatives of local HEIs, individuals working in the public sector in the field of science and education, as well as independent experts, and content analysis as research methods.

Key words: lifelong learning, higher education, National Qualifications Framework, descriptors of qualification levels, recognition of non-formal and informal learning, credit accumulation and transfer system