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Peer reviewedSorgman, Margo I.; Sorensen, Marilou – Theory into Practice, 1984
Ageism is a relevant topic of study because of its inevitability for all humankind. Student attitudes toward the elderly are generally negative and often follow stereotyped views found in books. An outline for use in developing a curriculum on aging is provided. (DF)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Aging Education, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedPanek, Paul E. – Teaching of Psychology, 1984
Students ask five individuals what three terms or words come to mind when they hear the term old person. The student prepares an overall list and frequency count of responses. Students present their findings to the class. Each response is discussed and its connotation (e.g., negative, positive, neutral) determined. (RM)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Aging Education, Higher Education, Interviews
Minnesota Board on Aging, St. Paul. – 1984
Units of study to help secondary students learn about the aging process are provided. There are five units. Major concepts taught in the first unit, "Chronological Aging," are that aging is a continual process, that generational cycles ensure survival, and that species depend on each other for survival. In the second unit, students learn…
Descriptors: Aging Education, Aging (Individuals), Biological Influences, Cultural Differences
Direct linkPratt, Francis; Laney, James D.; Couper, Donna – Social Studies, 2002
Aging is often thought of as an essentially biological process and therefore a matter for the natural sciences, but that notion constitutes a very narrow view of aging. The longevity revolution of the past century and how it affects each individual and all societies can only be understood if we also draw on the social sciences. When the young…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Instructional Materials, Aging Education, Social Studies
Green, Fiona Lamont – 1982
The guide is designed to help educators integrate the study of aging into the high school curriculum. Objectives are to promote and support the study of aging and the aging process, dispel popular misconceptions surrounding aging, aid educators in establishing programs with, by, and for seniors, and provide a list of helpful resource groups.…
Descriptors: Aging Education, Aging (Individuals), Citizen Participation, Community Services
Minnesota Board on Aging, St. Paul. – 1984
Units of study to help elementary children learn about the aging process are provided. There are five units. In Unit I, "Chronological Aging," children learn that aging is a continual process, that generational cycles ensure the survival of the human species, and that species depend on each other for survival. Unit II deals with…
Descriptors: Aging Education, Aging (Individuals), Biological Influences, Books
PDF pending restorationGoranson, Donald G., Ed. – 1992
Designed for secondary students, the 20 lessons in this volume promote education for, with, and about older adults and prepare students to participate in the changing world. Lessons 1-3 explore attitudes about aging through word association, confront the aging process, and examine values regarding time. Lessons 4-6 study aging in different times…
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Aging Education, Ancient History, Attitude Change
