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Chapter 1 - Introduction	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Graphs & Tables Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 2 - Molecules, Cells, and Theories	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Caloric Restriction Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 3 - Integumentary System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 4 - Circulatory System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 5 - Respiratory System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 6 - Nervous System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 7 - Eyes and Ears	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 8 - Muscle System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 9 - Skeletal System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 10 - Digestive System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 11 - Diet and Nutrition	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Tables Changes/ Suggestions
Chapter 12 - Urinary System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Tables Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 13 - Reproductive Systems	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog.    Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 14 - Endocrine System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, BiblBibliog. Specific Hormones Changes/Suggestions
Chapter 15 - Immune System	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog.
Chapter 16 - Into the Future	Outline, Learning Objectives, Lecture Notes, Bibliog. Changes/Suggestions

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 Graphs (Click here) Tables (Click here) Health Nutrition Diseases Pathology photos Microscope slides Safety at Home Emergency preparedness Diverse topics 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 Contribute to this site Corrections for the second edition

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