Gerontology Program
Gerontology
Courses -- Spring 2006
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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 Sandy Leak on Tuesdays 5:30-8:20 p.m.
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 Tuesdays from 5:30-8:20 p.m.
Special Topics: Long Term Care & Public Policy
(GRO676-02). Taught
by Sandy Leak on Mondays 5:30-8:20 p.m.
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.
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.
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