An Evaluation of the Cultural Domain in Turkey in the Context of Lifelong Learning

The cultural domain may be defined as a sphere of influence that involves all cultural activities, whether economic or social in nature. In the context of lifelong learning, cultural and artistic environments represent tools and media of significance for formal and informal adult learning. The availability of learning opportunities in the cultural domain, the achievement of cultural competence by all individuals, and their cultural participation are strongly associated with lifelong learning. The research study employed a descriptive review model intending to establish the data available in Turkey with respect to cultural productivity and participation. These data span the period between 2000 and 2018. The study was structured on the basis of the data in Turkey as pertains to the budget allocated to culture and cultural expenditure, as well as performing arts, printed media, libraries, and museums. In summary, a general evaluation of the present state of productivity and participation in the cultural domain and its course over the years gives way to the argument that the cultural domain in Turkey is far from offering a source of possibilities and tools that would allow for the broader dissemination of the culture of learning. The data indicate that cultural participation in Turkey is limited to a relatively low population rate in many respects. [Paper presented at the International Eurasian Educational Research Congress (6th, Ankara, Turkey, Jun 19-22, 2019).]