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Peer reviewedWight, Randall D. – Teaching of Psychology, 1989
Describes a class in human development where students took on roles of the elderly by simulating physical constraints and aging. Depicts their reactions to the conditions and behaviors of the elderly. Allows students to examine their personal conceptions of the elderly. Finds study fostered empathy with senior adults. (Author/NL)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Aging (Individuals), Aging Education, Attitude Change
Download full textCalifornia State Dept. of Education, Sacramento. Curriculum Framework and Textbook Development Unit. – 1986
The California Legislature recognized the significant place of instructional materials in the formation of a child's attitudes and beliefs when it adopted "Educational Code" sections 60040 through 60044. The "Education Code" sections referred to in this document are intended to help dispel negative stereotypes by emphasizing…
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Attitudes, Change Strategies, Cultural Images
