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ERIC Number: ED378968
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1994-Nov-15
Pages: 43
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Intergenerational Programming in Public Libraries in Western Pennsylvania.
Sapir, Jeanne A.
The public library is a natural arena for intergenerational programs that can change "agist" attitudes by bringing older adults and youth together. This study determined the degree to which public libraries in western Pennsylvania perceive a need for programming for intergenerational programming, to what extent programs have been developed, and the success of the programs. Questionnaires were sent to 212 public libraries, and 121 (57%) were returned. It was found that while a majority of libraries perceived a need for intergenerational programming, few had actually done any. Only 53 (44%) libraries listed programs for older adults. While 82 (68%) libraries acknowledged the need for intergenerational programs, only 6 had presented them. Reasons included lack of staff, funds, and space. Five tables present study findings. Three appendixes contain a list of intergenerational programs presented in western Pennsylvania, the cover letter, and the survey questionnaire. (Contains 21 references.) (Author/SLD)
Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Masters Theses; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Pennsylvania
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