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Reasons for older adult participation in university programs in Spain

This study examined the reasons expressed by older adults for attending a university program in Barcelona (Spain). ... Show more
This study examined the reasons expressed by older adults for attending a university program in Barcelona (Spain). Results were based on the responses of 36 elders to questions from a semistructured interview. These were (a) reasons for joining a university course and (b) factors that prevent enrolling in that course. Participants mentioned more expressive than instrumental reasons for participating in a university program. Most mentioned barriers to entering university that were lack of interest, lack of self-confidence, health problems, and limited information. These results are discussed in the context of new strategies to improve university courses aimed at the elderly.
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Authors: Villar, Feliciano; Triado, Carme; Pinazo, Sacramento; Celdran, Montserrat ... [+] Show more

Date: 2010

Geographic subjects: Europe; Spain

Resource type: Article

Journal title: Educational gerontology

Subjects: Participation; Teaching and learning; Higher education ... [+] Show more