Educational Gerontology: International Perspectives
Author:   Frank Glendenning
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Volume:   12
ISBN:  

9781138313057


Pages:   246
Publication Date:   23 November 2018
Format:   Hardback
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Originally published in 1985, this book was the first book in the UK to provide an overview of educational gerontology and examine the needs for educational opportunities for older adults. The book draws on developments and experience from the UK, Denmark and the USA and should be of interest to all concerned with adult education, gerontology and policy makers in the fields of education, health and social services.

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Author:   Frank Glendenning
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Volume:   12
Weight:   0.620kg
ISBN:  

9781138313057


ISBN 10:   113831305
Pages:   246
Publication Date:   23 November 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Foreword 1. An Ageing Society: Education and the Role of Older Adults in Britain and the USA 2. What is Educational Gerontology? North American and British Definitions 3. The Later Years of Lifelong Learning 4. The Development of Education for Older People in the USA 5. Education for Older Adults in Britain: A Developing Movement 6. Pre-Retirement Education: A Survey of Current Problems in Britain and the USA 7. Educational Gerontology in Denmark 8. Gerontological Education for a Caring Society: The Way Ahead 9. Older People as Consumers of Education: The Politics of Provision and Participation 10. Conclusion

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