Examines research studies concerning the elderly which have influenced the teaching of the aging process, evaluates the usual rationale for teaching aging as part of professional nursing education, and proposes a method for incorporating theories of aging and practice with older adults into a course on adult health. (JOW)

The findings of this study provide insight into possible methods and techniques for changing attitudes of ninth graders toward older persons. The same principles could be applied in an infinite number of situations in which attitude change is desirable. (Author)

If nursing is to produce the competent caregivers that older adults deserve, clinical courses in gerontology must be required for undergraduates. (JOW)

There are few required classes in the pharmacy curricula that uniquely relate to the elderly. Schools, it is suggested, should work within the community to identify opportunities for student exposure to the elderly and to incorporate these opportunities into a mandatory part of the curriculum. (MLW)

Violence and anguish among youth stem from a lack of respect for minority children and a lack of meaning for suburban children. Large, impersonal schools do not value students. Elders are in the same condition but for different reasons. Society needs to create a meaningful place for youth and elders, because they have a lot to offer each other.…

Recognizes and supports the implementation of foreign language courses that meet the specific needs and abilities of the "young-old" (people between the ages of 55 and 75). Differences particular to this population include course expectations, learning difficulties, and teaching strategies. (CB)

Makes teaching suggestions based on teaching writing to older adults. Addresses such issues as teacher condescension toward students, students' needs for teacher support of their activities, death as a writing subject, displaying emotion in class, and the politics of aging. (RL)