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The first book to focus specifically on practical gerontology field
experiences This innovative text guides gerontology students step
by step through the process of searching for, securing, and
completing an aging-based internship, practicum, or field
placement. It underscores the value of hands-on, community-based
learning and provides a framework for identifying experiences that
fit a student's academic requirements and professional objectives.
The text describes the multitude of interdisciplinary and
interprofessional career opportunities available for those working
with or on behalf of older adults, ranging from traditional
opportunities in health and human services to careers in leisure,
business, housing, and finance. The text not only draws attention
to ageism's presence and inappropriateness, but also discusses ways
to detect, avoid, and actively dismantle ageist beliefs and
actions. Emphasizing that there is no such homogenous block as "the
elderly," the book helps students to understand the varied
experiences of aging. It addresses important nuances in working
with older adults including the development of effective
communication skills, awareness of diversity, and the development
of cultural competencies. Real-life scenarios and activities
throughout are designed to enhance content and support students'
professional and personal growth. Readers are also introduced to
the interprofessional aging service system, delineating ways to
navigate the complex network of policies, programs, and personnel,
along with a discussion of the unique roles, responsibilities, and
perspectives in these settings. Practical information for
transitioning from student to professional includes tips on job
search, resumE preparation, and networking. Purchase includes
digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers. Key
Features: Addresses the interdisciplinary nature of gerontology
practice throughout health and human services Focuses on ageism
among professionals in health and human services and how to detect,
avoid, and eliminate it Explores significant nuances in working
with older adults including effective communication and awareness
of diversity and cultural competency Covers understanding and
supporting older individuals with physical and/or cognitive
impairments Includes an extensive glossary to better navigate
interprofessional communication Each chapter incorporates real life
scenarios, learning objectives, professional development
activities, savvy professional tips, pitfalls to avoid, and
discussion questions Instructors have access to the Instructor's
Manual and chapter PowerPoints to facilitate teaching.
A one-of-a-kind guide to active, engaging learning strategies for
aging studies. Harnessing the proven benefits of active learning
strategies, this is the first activity book created for a broad
spectrum of courses in aging-related higher education. It features
32 classroom and community-based educational activities for
instructors seeking to introduce and/or enhance aging content in
their courses. Underscoring the interdisciplinary nature of aging
studies, the book encompasses teaching strategies for instructors
in such disciplines as Counseling, Family Studies, Gerontology,
Geriatrics, Medicine, Psychology, Public Administration, Public
Health, Nursing, Social Work, Sociology, Speech Pathology, and
others. This peer-reviewed collection of hands-on activities is
designed by noted educators in aging and incorporates AGHE
competencies. It offers clear, step-by-step procedures for
implementing each activity including preparation, introduction, the
activity itself, discussion/reflection, wrap-up, and assessment.
The book also addresses learning outcomes and includes
recommendations for number of participants, settings, materials,
and time required. Encompassing key, impactful issues affecting
older individuals, the text examines Ageism and Aging in the Media,
Dementia, Demography, Health Care, Housing, Physical Aging, Policy
and Politics of Aging, Positive Interactions with Older Adults, and
Spirituality. In addition to its value to students, the book's
activities are also beneficial to professionals instructing or
participating in staff trainings, in-services, and continuing
education. Key Features: Contains 32 experiential learning
activities for students in a great variety of aging-related
disciplines Designed for activities in the classroom, in the
community, on line, and take- home Provides clear, step-by-step
procedures for each activity from implementation through assessment
Addresses student learning outcomes and includes a glossary
Incorporates AGHE competencies
This volume discusses why faculty and administrators of academe
should care about implementing family-friendly policies and
practices, as well as how they can advocate for policy changes. In
section one, the book's focus is on empirical studies that
demonstrate the need for innovative programs and policies for
faculty at colleges and universities. These pieces explore issues
such as the value of work/life programs for employee retention, the
need for a variety of family support policies including elder care,
and the influence of workplace culture on the use of existing
policies. Section two includes case studies of the process of
formulating family-friendly policies and their adoption at a
variety of universities. The subjects of these chapters include use
of the Family and Medical Leave Act, the enactment of a parental
leave policy, the development of a unique "life cycle professorship
program," and strategies used to implement new policies. The case
study chapters provide descriptions of the identification of
faculty and staff needs and the process of policy development as
well as advice to faculty and administrators who seek to develop
similar policies at their institutions.
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