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Social Aspects Aging

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Tu 1p.m. – 3:45p.m.		 W03-0125 Gerontology Classroom 3 $2557 (guest students)
Date
9/3/24 - 12/13/24
Time
Tu 1p.m. – 3:45p.m.
Location
W03-0125 Gerontology Classroom
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2557 (guest students)

Description

This course presents a social perspective on the aging process. It considers social factors that influence aging and the nature of the integration of the aged into society, as well as the way in which population aging affects the society as a whole. The course also looks at social theories of aging, paying special attention to changing social roles, social stratification and aging, and the development of institutions for the aged. Gender, race, ethnicity, and class are discussed as social categories that influence aging and that play a role in the determination of social policy for the aged. Readings on the status, role, and culture of the aged are drawn from the literature of sociology, economics, and anthropology.

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024

Location

W03-0125 Gerontology Classroom

Enrolled / Capacity

6 / 10

Status

Closed

Instructor

Sung Park

Tuition*

$2557 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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