This topic examines a range of contemporary issues relevant to ageing societies with a view to stimulating students' critical analysis of evidence underpinning, and debates in, policy and practice. It begins by considering the major tenets of a gerontological imagination. Students will then explore areas such as technology and ageing, spirituality and ageing, housing for older people as well as political issues emerging as 'hot topics' in one or more of the subfields of gerontology (financial, social, environmental, educational, etc). Students will further develop and apply their 'gerontological gaze' to significant contemporary issues.
This topic aims to further develop student's critical thinking by applying a gerontological perspective on key current issues in society that can impact on healthy ageing and the well-being of older people. In doing so, students will enhance their capacity to take the perspective of older people to support innovative, creative responses to support healthy ageing.
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