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SOCI 3373 CIN2
Aging in Cross-cultural Perspective
The meaning and process of aging and the roles and statuses of the aged in a variety of modern and historical cultures. A comparison of social policies concerned with aging in different countries.
Instructor: Ann Marie Powers
Prerequisites: 6 h from SOCI 1006, 1106, or 6 hrs from 1013/1023/1033/1113 or equivalent.
Course Type: Online; Continuous-intake. Register anytime and learn at your own pace
In this course, you'll explore the influence of ethnicity, national origin, and culture on individual and population aging.
Topics include:
- Social policies, programs, and services in different countries
- Roles older persons play in cultures around the world
- Demographic challenges from aging populations
You will build your understanding of both how old age is defined differently across cultures, and of the unique experiences of older immigrants to Canada.