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  • GERM 4880: Directed Reading

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Readings selected by student and designated professor to broaden student's background in area where no course is taught. Repeatable for credit when topic varies. Prerequisite: GERM 3040 or 3060.
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  • GERM 4900: Special Topics

    0.50 - 3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Special topics and courses vary. They are designed for advanced minors and majors and explore literary themes, movements, and issues with a more specific focus than the literary surveys. Frequently this designation indicates an undergraduate course that meets with a graduate course. Repeatable for credit when topic varies. Prerequisite: GERM 3040 or 3060.
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  • GERM 4999: Honors Thesis Project

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Restricted to students in the Honors Program working on an Honors degree.
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  • GERON 3001: Exper of Aging

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    A multidisciplinary overview of ways people experience the course of life by examining the challenges and promise of the aging experience in the United States. Emphasis on demographics, business, health, and current policy issues facing individuals, families, communities, and society.
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  • GERON 3005: Diversity and Aging

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Students will enhance their intellectual skills and develop a deeper sense of personal and social responsibility, through exploration of diversity in US society and culture; creative reflection on their own identities and relationships; cross-cultural awareness of equality, justice, progress, and freedom; and the study of ethical issues from proficient perspectives. The course will focus on diversity and expose students to some of the multicultural factors that contribute to the life-course: the socialization differences and the 'life-chance' differences that may follow ethnic, racial and/or minority status, including gender. GERON 3005 meets with GERON 5005. GERON 3005 is the undergraduate level course for Diversity and Aging; GERON 5005 is the graduate level course. The courses differ slightly as they align with their respective undergraduate and graduate objectives and assignments. Please be sure you register for the correct course level.
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  • GERON 3220: Caregiving & Aging Fam

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    The course addresses issues facing caregivers, how the caregiving role impacts other areas of their lives, and the impact caregiving has on the way caregivers are viewed by professionals and peers. Research findings, materials depicting caregiving experiences, off-site visits, and texts based on community experiences with caregiving are used to provide practical information about dealing with caregiving issues and aging family members. Students, family members, friends, and professionals are equipped with information to provide quality care for older adults while taking care of their own needs for respite and support. GERON 3220 meets with GERON 5220. GERON 3220 is the undergraduate level course for Caregiving and Aging Families; GERON 5220 is the graduate level course. The courses differ slightly as they align with their respective undergraduate and graduate objectives and assignments. Please be sure you register for the correct course level.
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  • GERON 5001: Introduction to Aging

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Overview of gerontology presented by examining some of the major issues, problems, and solutions related to an aging society; research methodology and theories of aging; and future implications at local, national, and international levels. The value of interdisciplinary and life course perspectives are emphasized.
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  • GERON 5002: Serv. Agencies/Prog. OA

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Analyze the current delivery system of services and programs for the elderly at the national, state, and local levels. Local services and programs specifically examined to determine the quality and effectiveness, identify service gaps, and be better prepared to meet the increasing demands of a rapidly aging population. Learn about current concepts in health and social policy reform and evaluate current public policy recommendations.
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  • GERON 5003: Res Methods In Aging

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Introduction to the essential issues involved in designing and implementing research projects and the unique aspects of research conducted on older adults or aging. Focuses on issues pertaining to the formulation of hypotheses and research questions, sampling and recruitment, study design, measurement data collection, and management. Examples relevant to aging incorporated throughout.
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  • GERON 5005: Diversity and Aging

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Students will enhance their intellectual skills and develop a deeper sense of personal and social responsibility, through exploration of diversity in US society and culture; creative reflection on their own identities and relationships; cross-cultural awareness of equality, justice, progress, and freedom; and the study of ethical issues from proficient perspectives. The course will focus on diversity and expose students to some of the multicultural factors that contribute to the life-course: the socialization differences and the 'life-chance' differences that may follow ethnic, racial and/or minority status, including gender. GERON 5005 meets with GERON 3005. GERON 5005 is the graduate level course for Diversity and Aging; GERON 3005 is the undergraduate level course. The courses differ slightly as they align with their respective graduate and undergraduate objectives and assignments. Please be sure you register for the correct course level.
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