institutionalized, hierarchically structured, chronologically graded educational system running from the elementary to tertiary levels.

Refers to intentionally organized full-time learning events with regular fixed duration and schedule, structured hierarchy with chronological succession of levels and grades, admission requirements, and formal registration, catering mainly to population of 5 to 25 years old, which are held within established educational institutions, and using pre-determined pedagogical organization, contents, methods and teaching learning materials.

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Education or training provided in educational institutions such as schools, universities, colleges etc or off-the-job in a workplace, usually involving direction from a teacher or instructor (Knight and Nestor, 2000).

A process of training and acquiring knowledge through specific and authorized programs.

(Also: formal training) Education or training provided in educational institutions such as schools, universities, colleges, etc. or off-the-job in a workplace, usually involving direction from a teacher or instructor.