Learning Capacity and the Older Adult: Implications for Lifelong Learning.

Sakata, Reiko; Fendt, Paul F.

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ERIC Number: EJ246685

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Publication Date: 1981-Jun

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Learning Capacity and the Older Adult: Implications for Lifelong Learning.

Sakata, Reiko; Fendt, Paul F.

Lifelong Learning: The Adult Years, v4 n10 p10-13 Jun 1981

Research on factors affecting the aging learner, including intelligence, memory, motivation, loss of speed, and physical health is reviewed, refuting the belief that learning ability declines with age. Strategies and techniques for the education of older adults are recommended. (SK)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Age Differences, Aging (Individuals), Cognitive Ability, Intelligence, Learning Motivation, Lifelong Learning, Memory, Older Adults, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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