Skye Leedahl|Melanie Sereny Brasher|Erica Estus|Bethany M Breck|Cory B. Dennis|Samantha C Clark
Implementing an interdisciplinary intergenerational program using the Cyber Seniors® reverse mentoring model within higher education
University of Rhode Island|University of Rhode Island|University of Rhode Island|Rhode Island College|Brigham Young University|Brigham Young University|University of Rhode Island
intergenerational servicelearning higher education positively affects older adults students little known effectiveness interdisciplinary reverse mentoring programs use technology medium bringing generations together study describes intergenerational servicelearning program utilizes reverse mentoring within higher education engaging generations program midsized public university new england students help older adults learn technology students gain communication teaching skills article outline program implemented present quantitative data participation outcomes students older adults qualitative data older adults discuss best practices analysis prepost surveys found students attitudes toward aging improved p 001 older adults interest technology improved p 005 program participation best practices identified included multiple meetings pair deepen friendships inperson training student leaders student responsibility scheduling tailoring sessions participant student documentation meetings active involvement community partners