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DeSalvo, Louise A. – Media and Methods, 1980
Contends that strong images of older people in today's books can help students better understand the process of aging. Discusses the novels "The Lilith Summer,""Queen of Hearts,""The Pigman," and "All Together Now." (FL)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Age Discrimination, Elementary Secondary Education, Novels
Trojan, Judith – Media and Methods, 1980
Discusses the cinema verite works "Best Boy,""Grandpa," and "Murita Cycles" as well as selected dramatic films that deal with the problems and concerns of aging men and how they relate to a younger male generation. Briefly reviews 15 film portraits of aging women. (FL)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Females, Film Criticism, Films
Laube, Clifford J. – Media and Methods, 1980
Offers a thoughtful analysis of how "ageism," or prejudice against the elderly, came about, and calls for educators to help their students become sensitive to the problems and potentials of the elderly. Discusses ten myths about the elderly and then presents the facts. (FL)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Bias, Educational Gerontology, Educational Needs
Firman, James P.; Stowell, Anita M. – Media and Methods, 1980
Reports on school programs throughout the United States that are devoted to fostering a link between the young and the old. Lists six principles for operating such a program. (FL)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Educational Gerontology, Elementary Secondary Education, Older Adults
