The meaning of the learning experiences of older adults in Hong Kong

The meaning of the learning experiences of older adults in Hong Kong

• Fok, Shiu Yeu School of Continuing and Professional Education, City University of Hong Kong

Educational Gerontology, 36(4), 298-311, 2010

Routledge

2010

• Q Philosophy of Education, Educational System & School At Different Levels
  • QG Adult, Lifelong & Continuing Education
    • QGD Elder Education

Participation Education Perceptions People Life Education & Educational Research Gerontology

• Hong Kong

• 1997.7 onwards

• Adult Education

This article discusses the themes that emerged from qualitative research exploring the meaning that Chinese older adults find in their learning experiences in Hong Kong. In-depth interviewing was used to solicit information from older learners taking courses in elderly centers or units. Four themes were identified: (a) older adults as learners, (b) restructuring of time, (c) enhanced self-image, and (d) integration into society. The relationship between these themes and the aging process of older adults is further discussed, and it shows that learning has important meaning for older adults.
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• English

Journal Articles

• 03601277

• 10.1080/03601270903058390

https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/bibs/253f1b5b

2010-11-28