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2025 Spring > UGRD > GERON > GERON 160

International Perspectives on Population Aging

Course #: GERON 160

Description:
This foundational course introduces the major topics, concepts and terminology in life course studies using a global comparative perspective. This course builds a framework for understanding aging populations and aging individuals. It considers how different cultures and contexts influence attitudes toward aging and the aged. Case studies and essays from international gerontology scholars will be presented and studied.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 9207 M|
3:00 - 5:00 pm| -
Sherman,Robin E On-Line LMS Chat Time
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Social & Behavioral Sciences
01 9207 M|
3:00 - 5:00 pm| -
Sherman,Robin E On-line course
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 01/27/2025 - 05/14/2025
Capacity: 30
Enrolled: 0
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
Pre Requisites:
Course Attributes: Social & Behavioral Sciences