Family Learning Models in Intergenerational Perspective

Abstract

Th e article deals with intergenerational learning in the Czech family from three generations perspective. Intergenerational learning means phenomena and processes aiding mutual transfer of knowledge, experiences, and attitudes in the family that take place in specifi c family life situations, in interactions, and during the shared activities of the participating generations: children, parents, and grandparents. Th e thesis of pro-learning family culture -the infl uence of family characteristics such as communication, family climate and cohesion on learning in the family is elaborated on. Th e thesis of pro-learning family culture is developed further to identify four diff erent models of family learning from intergenerational perspective. A mixed research design was used.

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