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educational programs are offered informally at homes, as well as formally through dedicated facilities known a Baha\u2019i Centres of Learning. These programs can include courses of short duration as well as residential courses held at facilities established specifically for this purpose.<\/p>\n<p>The Baha\u2019i Centres of Learning are educational facilities dedicated to offering Baha\u2019i-inspired educational programs and courses for children, junior youth, youth and adults. 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