The UTC Graduate School is pleased to announce that Morgan Robinson will present Master’s research titled, From students to citizens: The role of an intergenerational dialogue experiential learning program in undergraduate student development on 03\/02\/2023 at 3:00 pm in 540 McCallie Ave\/State Office Building Room #357. Everyone is invited to attend.
Psychology
Chair: Dr. Jill Shelton
Co-Chair:
Abstract:
Undergraduate education can strengthen its focus on developing ethical and social literacy in students through incorporating service programs based in experiential learning. Experiential learning occurs through cycles of experiencing, reflecting, conceptualizing, and acting on knowledge. Prior research demonstrates experiential learning augments students\u2019 learning outcomes, perceived meaning of education, and social competency. Experiential learning incorporating intergenerational communication promotes understanding of aging, the value placed on service, and sheds light on unforeseen skills and goals for students. This study evaluated the impacts of a combined intergenerational experiential learning program on character development, ageism, and academic engagement and motivation in students. Further, the study explored the benefits of such programs for older adults involved. It was hypothesized the current study\u2019s program would foster students\u2019 educational development through improving course engagement and course-related critical thinking motivation (1a) and character development through improving attitudes toward older adults and strengthening their senses of meaning in life. (1b). Ultimately, the program developed students\u2019 character relevant to finding purpose, recognizing strengths, showing gratitude, developing coping strategies, and making goals for the future. In reference to students\u2019 social development, the program improved their skills for relationship building, attitudes toward older adults, and perspectives in intergenerational communication as well as their attitudes toward older adults.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The UTC Graduate School is pleased to announce that Morgan Robinson will present Master’s research titled, From students to citizens: The role of an intergenerational dialogue experiential learning program in undergraduate student development on 03\/02\/2023 at 3:00 pm in 540 McCallie Ave\/State Office Building Room #357. Everyone is invited to attend. Psychology Chair: Dr. Jill Shelton Co-Chair: Abstract: Undergraduate education can… <\/p>\n