Supporting intergenerational groups in computer-supported cooperative work (CSCW)

The workforce is ageing as older workers re-enter the workforce or delay retirement. One consequence is that work groups are increasingly becoming intergenerational. Because group work relies on many collaborative tools (e.g. email, shared calendars), it is essential to understand the special requir...

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Published in:Behaviour & information technology 2007-07, Vol.26 (4), p.275-285
Main Authors: Convertino, G., Farooq, U., Rosson, M. B., Carroll, J. M., Meyer, B. J. F.
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Computer supported cooperative work
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Employees
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Old people
Older workers
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