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Unit 7

CHAPTER 8 - Social Theories of Aging

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  1. Learning Objectives
  2. Things To Do For This Unit
  3. Readings & Assignments
  4. Online Activities

Learning Objectives

After reading this chapter, students should be able to:

  1. Know the major social theories of aging.
  2. Describe the variety of ideas as to the optimal way for older people to relate to their environment.
  3. Describe some important factors related to aging or age-related issues that serve as a guide for further inquiry and possible intervention in the aging process.
  4. Explain the different ways to view and explain the phenomenon of aging.

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Things To Do For This Unit

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Readings & Assignments

  1. Text: Chapter 8 - Social Theories of Aging
  2. Look over the summaries of the Chapters in the Final Review

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Online Activities

Submit your Vignette Statement to the WebBoard (WebBoard link above). Remember to save a copy of the Vignette to your computer first and then cut and paste the statement to the WebBoard.

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E-mail your instructor: Lorie Eber, J.D.
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