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— using popular films in introductory aging courses | | Author(s) | Rona J Karasik, Raeann Hamon, Jennifer Writz |
| Journal title | Gerontology and Geriatrics Education, vol 35, no 1, January-March 2014 |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis, January-March 2014 |
| Pages | pp 86-113 |
| Source | http://www.tandfonline.com |
| Keywords | Ageism ; Cinema [entertainment] ; Education ; Training [welfare work] ; United States of America. |
| Annotation | Good teaching requires thoughtful planning and creative thinking, especially when trying to engage students in material that is unfamiliar to them or encumbered by stereotypes, like ageing. Classic and contemporary media can provide unique teaching opportunities in gerontology classrooms. Popular films can have a powerful influence over viewers' attitudes and perceptions, and spur in-depth discussions of ageing-related topics common to introductory ageing courses (e.g. ageism, abuse, inequality, caregiving, healthy ageing, and intimate relationships). Additionally, films appeal to multiple learning styles, engaging a variety of learners. This article examines the value of using films in introductory ageing courses, and offers strategies for incorporating films in the gerontology classroom. It suggests sample activities and assignments that pair popular films with ageing course topics, and identifies challenges of using film in various classrooms settings. It provides a detailed typology of films on each of the following ageing topics: ageism and stereotypes, cognitive impairment, death and dying, diversity, family relationships, health and wellness, sexuality and intimacy, and work and retirement. (RH). Keywords: ageism, aging in film, gerontology course assignment, movies, stereotypes, teaching tool, |
| Accession Number | CPA-150605240 A |
| Classmark | B:TOB: HMF: V: QW: 7T |
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