GP TMJC 2023 StraitsTimes Primer 8 - Nurturing Strong Intergenerational Relationships

learn about the factors that shape and challenge intergenerational relationships; and examine the ways in which societies can strengthen intergenerational bonds today. In this issue, we will: STRENGTHENINGINTERGENERATIONAL BONDS ST-MOE News Outreach Programme 2023 Primer Resource 8 of 12 Scan or click on the QR code to access the primers. Welcome to the Primer series. Here you will find the weekly Primer articles and some curated resources to support teaching and learning. What comes to mind when you think of intergenerational bonds? How important do you consider them to be? In this issue, we will explore the significance of nurturing strong intergenerational relationships today. PRIMER 8/12ST-MOE NEWS OUTREACH PROGRAMME 2023

MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING Read about a multigenerational housing project in Sweden designed to combat isolation. BACKGROUND Scan or click on the QR codes below to access the links. ST-MOE NEWS OUTREACH PROGRAMME 2023 PRIMER 8/12 Ever heard of digital grandparenting and reverse mentoring? Find out how technology could bridge the intergenerational gap. CAN TECHNOLOGY BRIDGE THE INTERGENERATIONAL GAP? NARROWING THE GENERATION DIVIDE IN SINGAPORE Does the generation gap exist? In this video, find out how the pre-independence generation and millennials react to four different clips they view together. Learn about polarisation along generational lines and how we can find common ground to bridge differences in values and attitudes across generations.

Berwick suggests that a greater understanding of Gen Z employees will eventually benefit everyone in the workplace. BUILDING POSITIVE INTERGENERATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS IN the WorkpLace Yuen argues that changing expectations of filial piety across generations are not necessarily bad and will help maintain strong bonds across generations. CHANGES in EXPECTATIONS OF FILIAL PIETY Berry puts forth the view that intergenerational friendships built on mutual connection bring joy. INTERGENERATIONAL FRIENDSHIPS ST-MOE NEWS OUTREACH PROGRAMME 2023 How far is it possible for people of different age groups to be meaningfully connected? How far do you agree with the different perspectives and how does each writer’s view support or challenge other views? As you read these articles, consider the following: PERSPECTIVES Scan or click on the QR codes below to access the links. PRIMER 8/12

ST GPRESOURCES OTHER ST RESOURCES ST IBRESOURCES SUCCESSFUL AGEINGIN SINGAPORE SLS RESOURCE EXTEND YOUR UNDERSTANDING: RESOURCES FOR BLENDED LEARNING ST-MOE NEWS OUTREACH PROGRAMME 2023 PRIMER 8/12 Want to learn more about intergenerational relationships?Scan or click on these QR codes for more information. Action Plan onSuccessful Ageing inSingapore Forging Intergenerational Relationships In Singapore In Australia

ACCESS TO PREMIUM ARTICLES Scan or click on the QR code for step-by-step instructions on how to log in to ST Online. ST-MOE NEWS OUTREACH PROGRAMME 2023 PRIMER TOPICS One winner per school