Learning Objectives: Module 13

Module Objectives:

 The "Course Roadmap" button on the home page provides a brief introduction for each module.  In addition to that general overview, each module in the semester also has specific objectives to help frame and direct our study together. You recall from the syllabus that there are Student Learning Outcomes for this course as well as Specific Instructional Objectives for this course. The objectives flow from and connect with the student learning outcomes and instructional objectives. 

Learning Objectives: Module 13

Learning Objectives: Physical Development in Middle Adulthood

Explain the difference between primary and secondary aging 

Describe sensory changes that occur during middle adulthood 

Identify health concerns in middle adulthood 

Explain what occurs during the climacteric for females and males 

Describe sexuality during middle adulthood 

Explain the importance of sleep and consequences of sleep deprivation 

Describe the importance of exercise and nutrition for optimal health 

Describe brain functioning in middle adulthood