Fall 2025 - GERO 301 OL01
Research Methods in Gerontology (3)
Class Number: 5585
Delivery Method: Online
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Online
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Prerequisites:
60 units.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
This course examines research methodology applied to the field of gerontology. Key areas covered include: operationalizing gerontological concepts; sampling older populations; longitudinal designs; outcome and process evaluation of seniors' programs; and elementary data analyses.
Materials
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Registrar Notes:
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