After reviewing the readings/video, please consider the following in your discussion post.
What are your current perceptions of older adults?
What do you think needs to change regarding society’s view of older adults/aging?
What needs to change about how older adults are cared for in the US?
What are some of the myths about older adults that surprised you?
To receive full credit, you will need to fully answer the discussion questions and provide two substantial responses to your classmate’s posts. These responses should also be substantial and provide thoughtful reflection.
Initial discussion post should be a minimum of 200 words and each response to peer discussion should be substantial and at least three sentences.
Your initial discussion post should be posted by Wednesday and your two responses due by Sunday.
Objectives: To introduce the topic of older adults.
Readings:
Fact Sheet: Aging in the United States
Reality vs. Myth
10 Myths About Aging
Aging Advocate: An Open Letter About Ageism
Aging Advocate: Study Finds Elders More Resilient Than Youths
Videos:
Ory, M. (2020 Sep 28). How will society change as the US population ages? . https://today.tamu.edu/2020/09/28/how-will-society-change-as-the-u-s-population-ages/
