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Peer reviewedUesugi, Takamichi – International Journal of Lifelong Education, 1991
As the life span in Japan lengthens, the gap in education between older and younger people widens. Courses offered to older adults are often short and include too many subjects. Successful courses, such as those offered in "kominkans" (citizens' public halls), help the elderly learn about modern society in relation to their personal…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Aging (Individuals), Community Education, Community Programs
