Learning Objectives: Module 16

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 16

Learning Objectives: Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood

Describe how memory changes for those in late adulthood 

Describe the theories for why memory changes occur 

Describe how cognitive losses in late adulthood are exaggerated 

Explain the pragmatics and mechanics of intelligence 

Define what is a neurocognitive disorder 

Explain Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders 

Describe work and retirement in late adulthood 

Explain how those in late adulthood use strategies to compensate for losses

 

Learning Objectives: Psychosocial Development in Late Adulthood

Explain the stereotypes of those in late adulthood and how it impacts their lives 

Summarize Erikson’s eighth psychosocial task of integrity vs despair 

Explain how self-concept and self-esteem affect those in late adulthood 

Identify sources of despair and regret 

Describe paths to integrity, including the activity, socioemotional selectivity, and convoy theories 

Describe the continuation of generativity in late adulthood 

Describe the relationships those in late adulthood have with their children and other family members 

Describe singlehood, marriage, widowhood, divorce, and remarriage in late adulthood 

Describe the different types of residential living in late adulthood 

Describe friendships in late life 

Explain concerns experienced by those in late adulthood, such as abuse and mental health issues