Courses & Units
Social Constructs of Ageing CAD118
Introduction
This unit examines how ageing is a social construct. You will examine how ageing and older age are influenced by factors other than biological ageing alone, from global and local perspectives. You will examine and critique social attitudes towards ageing, the impacts of ageism and social institutions, and how language impacts on our understandings and experiences of ageing and older age. The unit also examines cultural and Indigenous beliefs of ageing and older age, gender differences and elder abuse. This Unit requires you to reflect on your own views, values and beliefs toward ageing and older age.
Summary
Unit name | Social Constructs of Ageing |
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Unit code | CAD118 |
Credit points | 12.5 |
College/School | College of Health and Medicine Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
Coordinator | Doctor Pauline Marsh |
Available as an elective? | Yes |
Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explore and describe the socio-cultural patterns and dimensions of ageing
- Examine the relevance of culture to experiences of and attitudes to ageing including Indigenous communities
- Critically explore the use of language as applied to ageing and ageing-related health conditions and interventions
- Examine and reflect on your own beliefs and values with respect to ageing and ageism
Fee Information
Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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069900 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $1,389.00 |
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Teaching
Teaching Pattern | Online Learning - approx. 10 hours per week. |
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Assessment | Quiz (20%)|Short Essay (20%)|Video Discussion Starter (20%)|Reflective Essay on Ageing and Older Age (40%) |
Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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