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International Perspectives on Population Aging

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Mo 3p.m. – 5p.m.
On-Line LMS Chat Time 3 $1984 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
Mo 3p.m. – 5p.m.
Location
On-Line LMS Chat Time
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1984 (guest students)

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.

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