Publications and Scholarship
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-2009
Keywords
older adults, Sheridan Elder Research Centre
Abstract
This study investigated the learning needs, interests and learning styles of Ontarians 65+ as seen through their eyes. This work was guided by evidence that learning in later life has significant benefits for seniors on their quality of life, which in turn improves health outcomes. Improved health outcomes can lessen the demand that will be placed on an already over-taxed health care system. Given the aging of the Canadian population, understanding their learning needs and preferences is essential to effectively create and maintain programs that support learning in later life. A ‘snapshot’ of learning opportunities available to older adults was developed and analyzed to determine the extent of congruence between learning preferences as expressed by older adults and what, in fact, exists.
Faculty
Research Centres
School
Sheridan Elder Research Centre (SERC)
Version
Publisher's version
Peer Reviewed/Refereed Publication
no
Funder
This work was funded by a contribution from the Canadian Council on Learning.
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Original Publication Citation
Spadafora, P. (2009). As seen through their eyes: The learning needs of Ontario elders. [Report]. Oakville: Sheridan Elder Research Centre (SERC).
SOURCE Citation
Spadafora, Pat, "As Seen Through Their Eyes: The Learning Needs of Ontario Elders" (2009). Publications and Scholarship. 22.
https://source.sheridancollege.ca/centres_elder_publ/22
