Master's Degree

2017 Summer Course Info
Perspectives in GerontologyProfessional Seminar in GerontologyCognitive HealthCreativity & Aging
2017 Fall Course Info
Perspectives in GerontologyEconomics, Public Policy, and AgingNutrition & Physical Activity in AgingSeminar in Long Term CareSpirituality and Aging
Graduate Certificate
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Summer 2017 Course Information
Perspectives in Gerontology
Course Description
This course provides an overview of current aging issues. The course focuses on gerontology theory and research, critical social and political issues in aging, the interdisciplinary focus of gerontology, current career opportunities, and aging in the future.
Contacts
Instructor

Jean Scott
Office: 806-742-3000
jean.scott@ttu.edu

Campus Coordinator

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Disability Support Services

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Textbooks

Aging: Concepts and Controversies
Harry R. Moody
Edition: 9th edition
ISBN: 9781506328003
Publisher: Sage

Course Access
 
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Exam Proctor

This course does not require an exam proctor.

Synchronous Components

This course does not include synchronous components.

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