TEACHING RESEARCH IN GERONTOLOGY: TOWARD A CUMULATIVE MODEL

In this article, we consider different approaches to teaching research methods in gerontology across a continuum of educational program levels. Our goal is to offer a conceptual framework and stimulate productive discussion of key issues and challenges in teaching research in gerontology. It is our belief that education in gerontology should include some level of training in research methodologies across all levels of gerontology instruction. Therefore, we have sought to identify those components of research training most appropriate for each level of gerontological education. Thus, basic understanding of research methods is appropriate at the associate's degree level and introductory exposure to basic issues involved in conducting research with elders provides a necessary backdrop to undergraduate programs. More in-depth understanding of gerontological research methods, particularly those involved in applied research, is a component of quality master's level programs. Finally, in-depth knowledge and the ability to apply distinctively gerontological research methods are necessary for conducting advanced original research at the doctoral level.     

EMPLOYING SERVICE-LEARNING TO TEACH RESEARCH METHODS TO GERONTOLOGY STUDENTS

Undergraduate student interest in aging was examined in relation to age, gender, and contact with older adults. Interest in aging is conceived of along a continuum, ranging from initial interest-taking an aging course-to substantial interest as evidenced by academic and career interest. Undergraduate students who have taken an aging course (n = 189) and a stratified random comparison group (n = 261) self-assessed their interest in aging. Background information, including the frequency and duration of contact with older family and non-family individuals, was reported. Being female (p < 001) and having frequent contact with older family members (p < .01) significantly explains initial interest in aging. Initial interest in aging (i.e., taking an aging course) significantly contributes to substantial interest in aging (p < .0001) i.e., taking more aging courses, majoring in gerontology, working or planning to work with older adults. Contact with older adults positively affects undergraduate interest in aging. Interest in aging proceeds along a continuum, from preceding factors to initial interest in aging and then to substantial interest in aging. Aging courses and opportunities for interaction with older adults should be offered at the undergraduate level.     

全媒体时代《新闻学概论》“四位一体”教学法

全媒体时代,媒介融合加速,对新闻传播学教学提出更高的要求。作为基础必修课的《新闻学概论》,需要以能力建构为核心,更加注重培养学生发现、挖掘和展现新闻的综合业务能力。在分析《新闻学概论》教学中存在问题的基础上,结合自己的教学经验,提出了看新闻、评新闻、改新闻和演新闻"四位一体"教学法。     

TEACHING GERONTOLOGY VIA DISTANCE EDUCATION: VARIETY IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS

Teaching gerontology via distance education is growing in popularity. Yet, many challenges are encountered by those teaching gerontology at a distance; some technological and others pedagogical in nature. Successful strategies for structuring and teaching televised gerontology courses are presented in this paper. Strategies focus on types of teacher preparation, use of pedagogical tools, development and maintenance of rapport with students at remote sites, and ways to improve teaching of distance education classes in gerontology. It is argued that workload and compensation for instructors teaching distance education need to be addressed by administration in order to develop high quality distance education programs.     

PERSPECTIVES IN TEACHING GERONTOLOGY: MATCHING STRATEGIES WITH PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

Discerning the purpose of the educational experience aids facilitators in choosing appropriate strategies for teaching gerontology concepts. Using the curriculum positions of transmission, transaction, and transformation, this article explains the assumptions, advantages, and disadvantages of each position and gives examples from community and education-based learning settings. The curriculum positions of transmission (conveying facts), transaction (developing cognitive skills and abilities useful in problem-solving), and transformation (facilitating personal and social change), are sometimes combined to achieve educational objectives. Additional considerations in choosing teaching strategies include knowing the audience and their cultural, social, and developmental backgrounds, learning styles, reasons for participating, and prior knowledge of the subject. The educator's philosophy and professional orientation toward the educative process contribute to creating a trusting learning environment in which learners can meet objectives. Based on research and field tested in educational and community settings, the teaching strategies suggested in this article are applicable in multiple educational contexts.     

服装设计专业立体构成教学研究

随着时代的发展, 设计基础教育也在不断变化, 本文就服装设计专业的基础课立体构成的教学进行探讨, 强调立体构成的教学与服装设计专业的紧密结合, 提出一些立体构成教学研究的内容和方法.     

思路教学法在无机化学教学中的应用

介绍了在无机化学教学中运用思路教学法培养学生素质的一些做法．思路教学坚持教为主导,学为主体;强调精讲巧练、知识内化,运用思路教学能有效地培养和提高学生的素质．     

思路教学法在无机化学教学中的应用

介绍了在无机化学教学中运用思路教学法培养学生素质的一些做法。思路教学坚持教为主导,学为主体;强调精讲巧练、知识内化,运用思路教学能有效地培养和提高学生的素质。     

IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH IN GERONTOLOGY FOR EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN GERIATRICS

Geriatrics, a new medical specialty, is closely linked with scientific research in experimental gerontology, the biology of aging, and social gerontology and gerohygiene. The importance of using gerontological research data and data on relationships between the aged, family, and society is discussed. Emphasis is placed on (1) the development of diseases of the aged, (2) the significance of genetic factors on aging, (3) the relationship between chronological and biological age, and (4) the importance of physiological reactions in the aged to various types of treatment. The significance of international cooperation in the improvement of education and training of medical personnel in geriatrics is also stressed.     

《地球概论》中球面坐标内容的教学探讨

本文对《地球概论》中的难点——球面坐标内容的教学做初步探讨。认为教学中要首先加强空间概念的建立,关键讲好地理坐标,并通过学生的实践性练习来保证教学的有效性。文章重点对具体做法加以阐述和分析。     

TEACHING GERONTOLOGY THROUGH DISTANCE EDUCATION: WHAT WE HAVE LEARNED

This article gives some insights into the development and teaching of graduate Gerontology courses by way of distance education. Some general comments are given regarding distance education and then the two formats are explored in detail. One of the formats centers around television (video, cable television, and interactive television instructions) and the other, the Internet. Problems and advantages of teaching in each format are explored. Tips on "Some things to do" and "Some things to avoid" are shared. Attention is given to some of the instructional "techniques" which seem to work best for teaching in these formats. These tips should be helpful to persons who are just beginning teaching or who want to teach in either or both of these formats.     

异步教学法在网球教学中的应用研究

网球的发球技术是网球各种技术中主要技术之一,是比赛双方进行隔网对抗的开始,同时也是进攻性的击球武器之一。在网球的各项技术中,发球这一技法是唯一一项能由自己掌握而不需受制于对手的,故而提高发球技术对提高网球运动水平至关重要。异步教学法能够充分调动学生学习的主动性和积极性,培养他们自主练习和实践创新的能力,还会在面向大众的基础上,注重他们的个性发展,因此把异步教学法引入网球发球的教学中,使学生能够针对自身的实际情况,从现实出发,制定较全面的练习计划,使每个人都能在学习中找到乐趣,有所收获,从而能提高教学的整体效果。     

DEVELOPING GERONTOLOGY EDUCATORS THROUGH A GRADUATE TEACHING PRACTICUM

Three particular functions of higher education institutions are examined with reference to possible and appropriate tasks related to gerontological education and training. A series of matrices, each dealing with one component of educational gerontology and the three functions, provides a model that could serve as a means of allocating resources and identifying appropriate involvement of the institutions.     

ON TEACHING ART TO THE ELDERLY: RESEARCH AND PRACTICE

There is a growing need for information on teaching art to the elderly and only a few studies that deal specifically with the topic. This paper discusses findings from studies in the psychology of aging and relates them to similar findings reported in the literature of adult education and art education to generate guidelines for the teaching of art. Suggestions are made for approaching the elderly student as a single type and for accommodating for the wide differences within the group.