In these remarks a strategy for lifelong learning is shown to be a strategy for achieving certain basic objectives in education. These include: (1) equality objective; (2) objectives in relation to education and work; (3) objectives related to the need for a common set of values; and (4) objectives related to the motivation of students. Several problem areas are identified in which changes must occur if lifelong learning is to be achieved. They deal with changes in secondary education, changes in postsecondary education and credentialing, the relationship between formal and informal education, changes in outreach and counseling, changes in the system of financing education, and changes in the relation of education and work. The current situation since the Lifelong Learning Amendment was added to Title I of the Higher Education Act is assessed. (LBH)