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 Chapters           Teaching and learning supplements

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        Chapter 1 - Introduction      Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.   Graphs & Tables        Suggestions - 01     Figures - 01     Supplementary online figures - 01  
        Chapter 2 - Molecules, Cells, and Theories      Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.   Caloric Restriction     Suggestions - 02     Figures - 02     Supplementary online figures - 02
        Chapter 3 - Integumentary System      Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.       Suggestions - 03     Figures - 03     Supplementary online figures - 03
        Chapter 4 - Circulatory System      Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.       Suggestions - 04     Figures - 04     Supplementary online figures - 04
        Chapter 5 - Respiratory System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.       Suggestions - 05     Figures - 05     Supplementary online figures - 05
        Chapter 6 - Nervous System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.      Suggestions - 06     Figures - 06     Supplementary online figures - 06
        Chapter 7 - Eyes and Ears      Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.       Suggestions - 07     Figures - 07     Supplementary online figures - 07
        Chapter 8 - Muscle System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.       Suggestions - 08     Figures - 08     Supplementary online figures - 08
        Chapter 9 - Skeletal System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.      Suggestions - 09     Figures - 09     Supplementary online figures - 09
        Chapter 10 - Digestive System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.      Suggestions - 10     Figures - 10     Supplementary online figures - 10
        Chapter 11 - Diet and Nutrition     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.   Tables     Suggestions - 11     Figures - 11    
        Chapter 12 - Urinary System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.   Tables    Suggestions - 12     Figures - 12     Supplementary online figures - 12
        Chapter 13 - Reproductive Systems     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.        Suggestions - 13     Figures - 13     Supplementary online figures - 13
        Chapter 14 - Endocrine System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.   Specific Hormones     Suggestions - 14     Figures - 14     Supplementary online figures - 14
        Chapter 15 - Immune System     Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.          Figures - 15     Supplementary online figures - 15
        Chapter 16 - Into the Future      Learning Objectives,  Outline,  Lecture Notes, Bibliog.     Suggestions - 16     Figures - 16         

          List of figures

Glossary

Activities and Assignments
     Activities
       Activity 01 : Interactions with Elders
       Activity 02 : Grip Strength
       Activity 03 : Reaction Time
       Activity 04 : Age-related diseases
       Activity 05 : Controlling Aging: What Would/Could/Should Happen?
       Activity 06 : Sensory deprivation
    Assignments
       Assignment 01 : Life Expectancy

Case Studies/Case Histories
    Books
    University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
    Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Detailed notes on topics (Slow download for some files)
        Skin, Wrinkling, Muscle, Preventing Disease,
        Caloric Restriction, Melatonin, DHEA, GH, Arthritis

Educational Material Suppliers
    Helpful publications
    Specimens, models, microscope slides, etc.
    Pathology 2X2 slides, specimens, models, etc.
    Illustrations - Normal and Pathological
    Video programs
     Films Media Group
       The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Library Video Project 
       Terra Novas Films, Inc.

Reading and Writing Assignments
    Overview of the Elderly
    Defining Biological Aging 
    Methods of Studying Aging
    Methods of Study - Advanced Assignment
    Biomarkers of Aging
    Theories of Aging
    Aging, Survival, and Populations
    Internet Resources
    Aging, Disease, and Death
    Demographics of the Elderly  
    Future of Gerontology
    History of Gerontology
    Measuring Aging
    Journal Reading and Writing Assignment for Graduate Students
    Controlling Aging: What Would/Could/Should Happen?
    Short term paper

Tips for Students
   Steps for Success – Knowledge and Skills
   Study Suggestions
   Self-Evaluation

 Altering aging: "Controlling Aging: What Would/Could/Should Happen?"
      Symposium I
      Symposium II
      Symposium III
      Debate and discussion of  altering aging

Reference and Reading

Service Learning

Syllabus and Policies

Exam Preparation and Grades (for instructors only)

Test Bank Questions (for instructors only)

Web Sites
     Information About Elders
           Statistics and Demographics
           Health and Diseases
           Nutrition
           Diseases
                 Sleep Disorders  
           Safety at Home 
           Emergency preparedness 
           Safety at Home   
           Fall prevention
           Diverse topics
                 Elder Abuse
                Service pets and animals
                Medicare plans
                Financial matters
                Legal matters
                Living Arrangements and Care for Seniors
    Course Development and Resources   
           Illustrations of Normal and Pathological Conditions
           Video programs
           Grants
           College and University sites
           AGHE sites
    Scientific Literature Searches
    Organizations
    Resources for Students in Gerontology

     Writing Responses to Activities
       Sample writing response forms.
          First class
          Videotape programs
          Field trip
          Class visit or individuals visit 
          Panel discussion in class

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