Community Colleges, Continuing Education and an Aging Population.

Hyams, Amy

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ERIC Number: EJ534540

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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Community Colleges, Continuing Education and an Aging Population.

Hyams, Amy

Catalyst, v25 n2 p3-6 Win 1996

Discusses the effects of increasing numbers of adults over 65 on communities and programs at community colleges. Argues that older adults' sense of self-worth and quality of life is related to community involvement and that community colleges should provide programs that encourage participation. Describes potential barriers to participation. (14 citations) (AJL)

Descriptors: Adult Students, College Role, Community Colleges, Community Involvement, Continuing Education, Educational Needs, Lifelong Learning, Mental Health, Nontraditional Students, Older Adults, School Community Relationship, Self Efficacy, Two Year Colleges

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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