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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
