INTERGENERATIONAL SERVICE: EXTENDING AGE INCLUSIVITY IN AND BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
2024

Intergenerational Service in Higher Education

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Author Information

Author(s): Montepare Joann, Andreoletti Carrie

Conclusion

Intergenerational service activities can enhance age inclusivity in higher education.

Supporting Evidence

  • Higher education is becoming more age-inclusive.
  • Age-friendly teaching strategies support various educational outcomes.
  • Projects like The Empty Bowls involve students and older adults working together.

Takeaway

This study shows that students and older adults can work together in fun projects, helping everyone learn and feel included.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.1638

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