iPads and paintbrushes: integrating digital media into an intergenerational art class

Heydon, Rachel; McKee, Lori; Daly, Bridget

doi:10.1080/09500782.2016.1276585

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“…For example, contact theory suggests that simply bringing together the young and elderly in interactive contexts can overcome generational stereotyping, an important aim for many intergenerational programs (Gallagher and Fitzpatrick 2018; Giraudeau and Bailly 2019; Hanmore-Cawley and Scharf 2018; Kuehne and Melville 2014;Macfarlane et al 2019;Sun et al 2019;Teater 2016;Yasunaga et al 2016). However, existing research also shows the limitations of simply putting different generations together in an unstructured way, suggesting the most effective way to build relationships and counteract stereotyping in intergenerational practice is through shared purpose, activities, and focus (Heydon et al 2017;Gallagher and Fitzpatrick 2018;Pinazo-Hernandis 2011;Femia et al 2008;Jarrott 2011). Thus, the perceived benefits of intergenerational programs for older adults is when they provide purposeful and structured opportunities to engage with children in enjoyable, socially appropriate activities (Femia et al 2008).…”

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“…However, intergenerational programs, and the reporting of them vary greatly on what types of activities have most impact. While some discuss the use of singlefocused activities, such as singing, technology, or art, reporting of other programs barely mention the types of activities undertaken (Beynon et al 2013;DeVore and Aeschlimann 2016;Heydon et al 2017).…”

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Intergenerational Practice in the Community—What Does the Community Think?

Kenning

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The many changes that occur in the lives of older people put them at an increased risk of being socially isolated and lonely. Intergenerational programs for older adults and young children can potentially address this shortfall, because of the perceived benefit from generations interacting. This study explores whether there is an appetite in the community for intergenerational programs for community dwelling older adults. An online survey was distributed via social media, research team networks, and snowballing recruitment with access provided via QR code or hyperlink. Semi-structured interviews were undertaken with potential participants of a pilot intergenerational program planned for the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, Australia in 2020. The interviews were thematically analyzed. Over 250 people completed the survey, and 21 interviews took place with older adults (10) and parents of young children (11). The data showed that participants were all in favor of intergenerational programs, but there were different perceptions about who benefits most and how. The study highlighted considerations to be addressed in the development of effective and sustainable intergenerational programs. For example, accessing people in the community who are most socially isolated and lonely was identified as a primary challenge. More evidence-based research is needed to support involvement of different cohorts, such as those who are frail, or living with physical or cognitive limitations.

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Intergenerational Practice in the Community—What Does the Community Think?

Kenning

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“…Paciga and Quest (2017) used ethnographic methods and provided a detailed account of the key role played by a parent in supporting the digital reading experience of her two children. Heydon et al. (2017) used an ethnographic approach with 15 elders and 9 pre-schoolers to examine the ways in which digital books might expand children’s reader identities and promote intergenerational dialogue.…”

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“…Three qualitative studies looked at parents' attitudes towards their children's reading on screen at home and the role of elders and grandparents in shaping children's experiences of digital books. For example,Paciga and Quest (2017) examined with ethnographic methods and provided a detailed account of the key role played by a parent in supporting the digital reading experience of her two children Heydon, McKee and Daly (2017). used an ethnographic approach with fifteen elders and nine pre-schoolers to examine the ways in which digital books might expand children's reader identities and promote intergenerational dialogue.…”

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Socio-material directions for developing empirical research on children’s e-reading: A systematic review and thematic synthesis of the literature across disciplines

Kucirkova

2019

Journal of Early Childhood Literacy

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This review integrates literature on cross-disciplinary quantitative and qualitative studies related to children's reading on screen published between January 2016 and September 2017, with a focus on the researchers' epistemological perspectives on knowledge and learning. Johri's (2011) framework of socio-material assemblages, which synthesises epistemological dualities, is used to examine the ways in which researchers conceptualise children's learning with digital books. The review shows that extant empirical studies map directly onto the social part of Johri's framework (examination of child and adult variables and behavioural characteristics) and on the material aspects of children's digital books (examination of the book's content and features). Only theoretical studies pay equal attention to social and material aspects in their conceptualisation of children's reading on screen. Overall, it is recommended that in addition to cross-disciplinary and multiple methods, researchers consider socio-material assemblages to advance the field. A socio-material perspective could address time and space shifts in children's reading on screen and might provide the springboard for future epistemological developments within the field.

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“…They can incorporate the intergenerational practices identified here into their current programming, particularly those aligning with their organization’s practice or care philosophy. Some of the practices stem from research and theory specific to youth (e.g., fostering empathy; Heydon et al, 2017 ) or older adults (e.g., providing meaningful occupation; Gruenewald et al, 2016 ). These may be familiar to practitioners accustomed to working with one age group and are often equally effective in the intergenerational setting.…”

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Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices in Intergenerational Programming: A Scoping Review

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Evidence-based intergenerational practices are sought by practitioners interested in the potential value of intergenerational programs. These are often difficult to identify as intergenerational program research frequently consists of small samples and pre-post analyses of attitudinal data with little attention to implementation characteristics. We systematically identified evidence-based intergenerational practices linked to program outcomes from peer-reviewed journal articles ( n = 21) published between 2000 and 2019. Scoping reviews facilitate synthesis of available evidence-based practices and identification of gaps in the literature. Fifteen evidence-based intergenerational practices were identified; each was coded in at least five articles. The practices informed program content (e.g., using technology), program considerations (e.g., environmental modifications), facilitator and participant preparation (e.g., training), and quality interactions among participants (e.g., incorporating mechanisms of friendship). While these identified practices reflect extant theory and research, rigorous implementation research is needed to advance evidence-based intergenerational practice as policymakers and practitioners advocate for intergenerational program growth.

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iPads and paintbrushes: integrating digital media into an intergenerational art class

Cited by 19 publications

References 17 publications

Intergenerational Practice in the Community—What Does the Community Think?

Intergenerational Practice in the Community—What Does the Community Think?

Socio-material directions for developing empirical research on children’s e-reading: A systematic review and thematic synthesis of the literature across disciplines

Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices in Intergenerational Programming: A Scoping Review

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