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Continuing education in later adulthood: implications for program development for elderly guest students.

M M Dellmann-Jenkins, D Papalia-Finlay, C Hennon

    International Journal of Aging & Human Development
    |January 1, 1984
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    Older adults show high interest in continuing education courses, but enrollment remains low. Factors like prior education and social engagement may encourage participation in lifelong learning programs.

    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Higher Education Studies
    • Adult Education

    Background:

    • Institutions of higher education increasingly offer free continuing education programs for older adults.
    • Despite availability, enrollment rates for this demographic are notably low.
    • Understanding motivational factors for older adult participation is crucial for program development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify factors influencing older adults' decisions to enroll in continuing education.
    • To explore attitudes toward lifelong learning among individuals over sixty.
    • To inform strategies for increasing participation in accessible educational programs.

    Main Methods:

    • A questionnaire was administered to 65 highly educated white women aged 60 and over.

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  • The survey assessed attitudes toward continuing education and preferred learning environments.
  • Data were collected on interest in specific subjects and social aspects of learning.

    • Main Results:

    • 86% expressed high interest in diverse subjects like history, arts, and languages.
    • 85% preferred mixed-age learning environments; 58% wanted to enroll with a companion.
    • 75% reported no family encouragement for enrollment, suggesting intrinsic motivation is key.

    Conclusions:

    • A significant interest in continuing education exists among older women, driven by personal factors.
    • Past educational experiences may foster a continued desire for university-level learning.
    • Strategies should focus on social learning preferences and leveraging intrinsic motivation to boost enrollment.