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An International Perspective of U3A and the Prospect for Developments in Australasia in the Years Ahead.

Swindell, Rick – 1995

In 1995, there were 107 universities of the third age (U3As) in Australia (up from 104 in 1994) and Australian membership in U3A groups totaled 26,346 (compared to 20,788 in 1994). U3A membership in New Zealand was also up. In view of the increasing popularity of U3As in Australasia and the success of U3A networks in a number of countries…

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Programs, Articulation (Education), Foreign Countries

Adult Education and Community Development in the West of Ireland.

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O'Cinneide, Micheal S. – Research in Rural Education, 1987

Describes adult educational program by University College Galway in rural West Ireland, following significant out-migration of young people. Aim is to encourage development initiatives, community participation, and self help. Program includes lectures, seminars, and class projects. Program's successes noted. (Author/TES)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Programs, Community Change, Community Development