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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
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