Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2016 - SA 420 C100

Sociology of Aging (S) (4)

Class Number: 1975

Delivery Method: Distance Education

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Distance Education

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Feb 24, 2016
    Wed, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Apr 15, 2016
    Fri, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    72 units including SA 101 or 150 or SA 201W, or acceptance into the diploma program in gerontology, or by consent of instructor.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The structural and behavioral implications of aging. Topics included will be: demographic aspects of aging; the relationship of aging to political, economic, familial and other social institutions; the psychological significance of aging. This course is identical to GERO 420 and students cannot take both courses for credit. Students may use GERO 420 to fulfil their major or minor requirements in lieu of SA 420.

Grading

  • Mid-term Exam 30%
  • Assignment: Essay 30%
  • Final Exam 40%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Aging as a Social Process: Canadian Perspectives (6th Ed.), Wister & McPherson


ISBN: 9780195444926

Centre for Online and Distance Education Notes:

Additional Course Fee: $40

Students requiring accommodation as a result of a disability must contact the Centre for Students with Disabilities.

Students are responsible for following all exam policies and procedures (e.g., missing an exam due to illness) available here.

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.

Students will only have access to Canvas starting the first day of classes. For any students who registered after classes start, Canvas access should be granted within 1 business day.

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

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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