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Effective Term:
Fall 2017 through Summer 2018

Course Number:
GRN 201
Course Title:
Understanding and Combating Ageism
Credit Hours:
2
Lecture Hours:
0
Lecture/Lab Hours:
40
Lab Hours:
0

Course Description

Explores ageism as a form of prejudice and discrimination that intersects with other systems of oppression. Investigates the different levels at which ageism operates and the negative impact that internalized and institutionalized ageism has on individuals and society. Introduces perspectives and practices for combating ageism and creating age-inclusive and age-equitable policies, programs and communities. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

Required for the revised Gerontology certificate, Gerontology: Advocacy. Required for Gerontology AAS Degree. Audit available.

Intended Outcomes for the course

Upon completion of the course students will be able to:

  1. Critique and analyze ageist assumptions, stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination at both personal and public levels.
  2. Identify the negative effects of internalized and institutionalized ageism.
  3. Recognize the characteristics of age-inclusive and age-equitable policies, programs and communities.
  4. Advocate for intergenerational solidarity and the end of ageism.

Aspirational Goals

Ending Ageism!

Course Activities and Design

This course will be conducted in an online format and utilize a collaborative inquiry design whereby students will conceptualize and conduct applied projects together under the guidance of the instructor.   Students will have access to the online Gerontology Homeroom, access to Program Advisors, and the optional Gerontology Monday meetings and ongoing End Ageism campaign activities.

Outcome Assessment Strategies

Student progress in meeting the intended course outcomes is measured by various learning projects:

  • Personal reflection and assessment activities around internalized ageism
  • Collaborative aging-awareness and ageism-awareness exercises
  • Review of literature on the negative effects of internalized and institutionalized ageism
  • Applied capstone project focused on anti-ageism advocacy
  • Optional involvement in the End Ageism campaign

Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)

Content includes:

  • Comprehensive overview of the characteristics, mechanisms and effects of ageism
  • Examination of how ageism intersects with other “isms” in forming a system of oppression and yet is often not considered in discussions about inclusion and equity
  • Identification and planning of interventions and projects connected to increasing aging awareness and ending ageism
  • Themes of aging-awareness, social justice and intergenerational solidarity woven throughout the course
  • Emphasis on reflection, critical thinking, and praxis