(The Irish Journal of Adult and Community Education: The Adult Learner, 2012) Craddock, Fergus
The aim of this article is to give a brief overview of the context to the Adult Better Learning and Education (ABLE) 18-21 programme and the objectives which the programme aimed to fulfil in light of the challenges facing early school leavers. The article will also document the triumphs and challenges experienced by the participants when returning to formal education.