1. Structured education provided by schools, colleges, and universities following a standardized curriculum and leading to recognized qualifications
Formal education typically includes elementary, middle, high school, and university studies.
A educação formal normalmente inclui ensino fundamental, médio e superior.
2. Education that is deliberately organized and institutionalized with qualified instructors and accreditation
She completed her formal education with a degree in engineering.
Ela completou sua educação formal com um diploma em engenharia.