Summer 2019 - GERO 413 C100
Sexuality and Aging (3)
Class Number: 5192
Delivery Method: Distance Education
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Distance Education
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Exam Times + Location:
Aug 8, 2019
Thu, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Burnaby
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Prerequisites:
Recommended: GERO 101 or 300.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
Focuses on all aspects of sex and aging and the issues that arise around sexual behavior as we age. An interdisciplinary perspective, taking into account the physiological, psychological, interpersonal and social influences which shape our understanding of sexuality in the aged. Students who have completed this topic under GERO 410 may not complete this course for further credit.
COURSE DETAILS:
The course will focus on the normative aspects of sex and aging, and those issues that arise around sexual behaviour in seniors with chronic illness, cognitive decline, and physical impairments. It will examine the subject from the perspective of aging persons who are active and independent in the community, as well as those who live in a variety of care settings. Current literature in this area will be reviewed and case studies, vignettes, film, and interviews are included to give a broader understanding of the subject.
Grading
- Book Review 15%
- Assignments 10%
- Term Paper 35%
- Final Exam 40%
Centre for Online and Distance Education Notes:
All CODE Courses are delivered through Canvas unless noted otherwise on the course outline.
https://canvas.sfu.ca
Required Readings listed on the course outlines are the responsibility of the student to purchase. Textbooks are available for purchase at the SFU Bookstore on the Burnaby campus or online through the Bookstore's website.
All CODE courses have an Additional Course Fee of $40
Exams
Exams are scheduled to be written on the SFU Burnaby campus at the noted time and date (unless noted as a take-home exam).
If your course has a take-home exam, please refer to Canvas for further details.
Students are responsible for following all Exam Policies and Procedures (e.g., missing an exam due to illness).
This course outline was accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change. Please check your course details in your online delivery method, such as Canvas.
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Registrar Notes:
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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
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