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Gerontology Courses -- Spring 2005


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Research Methods Gerontology (GRO620-01). The integration and application of qualitative and quantitative research designs and methods used in gerontology. Additional attention focuses on the formulation and writing of a research proposal. 3 credit hours. No prerequisites. Taught by Davenport on Wednesday from 5:30-8:20 pm .

Practicum/Supervised Research (GRO 649-01). Supervised experience in structured setting for older adults, linking practice to theory; or supervised research in a relevant area of gerontology for professional development. Supervised and approved by instructor, Dr. Jan Wassel. Pr. GRO 501 and permission of instructor.

Integrative Seminar (GRO 651-01).. Integration of current literature and theoretical applications in gerontology focusing on specific area(s) of student’s specialty and practicum experiences. Additional emphasis on professional writing, presentations, networks, and extramural funding. Taught by Dr. Jan Wassel on Mondays from 5:30-8:20 pm in Moore 329. Pr. 24 hours of coursework including GRO 501, GRO 620, GRO 649, ERM 617 or STA 571 + lab

Special Topics: Health and Aging (GRO 676-01). This course will examine aspects of health and aging from an integration of bio-medical and psycho-social perspectives. Taught by Dr. Michele Haber on Wednesdays from 5:30-8:20 pm.

Special Topics: Long Term Care & Public Policy (GRO676-02). Taught by Staff on Mondays 5:30-8:20 pm.

Advanced Prac./Sup. Research (GRO 679-01). . Supervised experience as a participant/observer in structured setting with older adults in order to link theory and practice and increase professional expertise or supervised research in gerontological topic. Supervised by Dr. Jan Wassel. Pr. Completion of at least 2/3 M.S. course work, including GRO 501, GRO 620, and GRO 649.

Independent Study (GRO 695-01). Intensive study in an area of special interest in gerontology. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours credit. Supervised by Dr. Jan Wassel.

Thesis GRO 699-01. Individual guidance in the development of a specific research problem. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. (Graded on S-U basis). Supervised by Dr. Jan Wassel. Pr. GRO 501, GRO 620, GRO 649, ERM 617 or STA 571 + lab, GRO 651.

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