A Cross-cultural, Intergenerational Activity: "Experience, Learn and Have Fun… Learning Journey": Program Profile. Issue 2 (2nd April 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Lai, Alan; Jian-yun He, Lesley
• Is Part Of: Journal of intergenerational relationships. Volume 18:Issue 2(2020)
• Page Start: 253
• Page End: 260
• Publication Date: 2020-04-02
• Subjects: Intergenerational study tourism (IST) -- Intergenerational English as a Second Language (IG-ESL) -- pilot program; Intergenerational relations -- Periodicals; 306.87405
• DOI: 10.1080/15350770.2020.1747586
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1535-0770

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Intergenerational study tourism (IST) is a conceptual model designed to promote cross-cultural, intergenerational (IG) encounters through travel and learning. IST is an area of IG practice that would benefit from further research. In response to this identified need, this paper documents a pilot effort to develop a model that includes the design of a cross-cultural, intergenerational activity and examines its perceived benefits, reflection and discussion. Participants in this pilot project represented different generations from local and international communities. To facilitate participant engagement, ice-breaking games and mission-oriented interventions were employed.