Developing the Intergenerational Technology Engagement Checklist for Higher Education (IG TECH)
2024

Developing a Checklist for Intergenerational Technology Programs in Higher Education

Sample size: 12 publication

Author Information

Author(s): Juris Jill, Leedahl Skye, Sexton Athena, Santilli Josie, Colvin Meaghan

Primary Institution: Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, United States; University of Rhode Island, Kingston, Rhode Island, United States

Hypothesis

How can a checklist aid in the development of intergenerational technology programs within higher education?

Conclusion

The study resulted in the creation of a checklist to help develop sustainable intergenerational technology programs in higher education.

Supporting Evidence

  • Intergenerational programs benefit students by connecting professional experience with classroom learning.
  • The checklist includes questions for planning, recruitment, and implementation of intergenerational technology programs.

Takeaway

This study created a checklist to help schools set up programs that connect students with older adults to improve technology use.

Methodology

The checklist was developed through a systematic review of literature and interviews with stakeholders.

Participant Demographics

The study involved ten higher education representatives and two Cyber-Seniors staff members.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.0185

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