title: Learning later in life

authors: Findsen, Brian

subjects: critical gerontology

abstract: The phrase "learning in later life" has assumed major significance for educators and allied professionals in their efforts to understand the dynamics of learning for older people across the globe. In earlier times, the phrase "educational gerontology" was used to describe a similar set of ideas but is now deemed too restrictive for the vast range of learning in which seniors participate, whether organized for them or with them, or self-initiated. The purpose of this article is to provide a solid platform for conceptualizing the complex array of learning opportunities open to older adults in diverse cultural contexts.

text: Learning later in life The phrase "learning in later life" has assumed major significance for educators and allied professionals in their efforts to understand the dynamics of learning for older people across the globe. In earlier times, the phrase "educational gerontology" was used to describe a similar set of ideas but is now deemed too restrictive for the vast range of learning in which seniors participate, whether organized for them or with them, or self-initiated. The purpose of this article is to provide a solid platform for conceptualizing the complex array of learning opportunities open to older adults in diverse cultural contexts.

year: 2017

title: How to express your feelings (with a little help from Google)

authors: Wu, Shaoqun

abstract: This paper describes an attempt to capitalize on the vast amount of human-generated text readily available on the Web to help language learners express their own feelings. We avoid errors, idiosyncrasies, and other dross by employing various language and grammar filters. We sort words and phrases by frequency of use to ensure that only very common usage is included. The work is based on a huge collection of n-grams published by Google, along with their frequency on the web. We describe a comprehensive query tool that allows language learners and teachers alike to locate a particular word, its associated phrases, clause patterns, synonyms and antonyms. In addition, we have enabled sample sentences containing these patterns to be retrieved from the Web and presented to the user. Finally, five language activities have been designed to help learners master important vocabulary and expressions. The work is at a preliminary stage and no user tests have yet been performed.

text: How to express your feelings (with a little help from Google) This paper describes an attempt to capitalize on the vast amount of human-generated text readily available on the Web to help language learners express their own feelings. We avoid errors, idiosyncrasies, and other dross by employing various language and grammar filters. We sort words and phrases by frequency of use to ensure that only very common usage is included. The work is based on a huge collection of n-grams published by Google, along with their frequency on the web. We describe a comprehensive query tool that allows language learners and teachers alike to locate a particular word, its associated phrases, clause patterns, synonyms and antonyms. In addition, we have enabled sample sentences containing these patterns to be retrieved from the Web and presented to the user. Finally, five language activities have been designed to help learners master important vocabulary and expressions. The work is at a preliminary stage and no user tests have yet been performed.

year: 2008

title: Too many Māori and Asian people are drowning – can better cultural understanding reverse the trend?

authors: Wheaton, Belinda

abstract: The article discusses the high rate of drownings in New Zealand, particularly among Māori and Asian communities. It highlights the need for culturally specific water safety education to address this issue. The Asian community, in particular, includes many first-generation migrants who may lack water skills due to their upbringing and fear of water. Overprotectiveness towards children around water is also common among Asian parents. The article emphasizes the importance of providing support and learning opportunities to help Asian migrants develop water skills and feel more comfortable in outdoor activities. Additionally, it mentions the declining water skills among New Zealand children in general and the need for better resourcing of school programs and community initiatives like ActivAsian. Culturally relevant knowledge and education are deemed crucial in changing attitudes and behaviors towards water safety. The article stresses that making New Zealand's beaches and waterways safe for all residents, including migrants, requires targeted funding and a collaborative effort to prevent tragic drowning incidents.

text: Too many Māori and Asian people are drowning – can better cultural understanding reverse the trend? The article discusses the high rate of drownings in New Zealand, particularly among Māori and Asian communities. It highlights the need for culturally specific water safety education to address this issue. The Asian community, in particular, includes many first-generation migrants who may lack water skills due to their upbringing and fear of water. Overprotectiveness towards children around water is also common among Asian parents. The article emphasizes the importance of providing support and learning opportunities to help Asian migrants develop water skills and feel more comfortable in outdoor activities. Additionally, it mentions the declining water skills among New Zealand children in general and the need for better resourcing of school programs and community initiatives like ActivAsian. Culturally relevant knowledge and education are deemed crucial in changing attitudes and behaviors towards water safety. The article stresses that making New Zealand's beaches and waterways safe for all residents, including migrants, requires targeted funding and a collaborative effort to prevent tragic drowning incidents.

year: 2022-12-20