Gerontology Graduate Programs

Master's Degree Course Information

Physical Health, Wellness, and Active Aging

University:

Oklahoma State University

Course Number:

NSCI 5323

Credit Hours:

3 credit hours - $600 per credit

Start/End Dates:

August 22, 2022 - December 16, 2022

Overview

Course Description

Normative biological and physiological changes due to aging are identified with a focus on how environmental factors such as physical activity and nutrition can support healthy aging and prevention of frailty and age-related diseases. Multiple facets of active aging that can augment quality of life will be examined. Resources for implementation of inclusive programs for diverse groups of aging adults will be explored.

Contacts

Campus Coordinator

For course access questions, contact the teaching university’s campus coordinator. For enrollment questions, contact your home university campus coordinator.

Textbooks

Nutrition for the Older Adult
Melissa Bernstein and Nancy Munoz
Edition: 3rd
ISBN: 9781284149005
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett

Course Access

Canvas at OSU

Approximately three weeks prior to the beginning of the semester, students will receive preliminary course information from the Oklahoma State campus coordinator listed below. One week prior to the beginning of the semester, students will receive an email with their login name and password. OSU's online courses are facilitated by Canvas.

Brianna Cooper-Kordinak for Agricultural Education, Animal Science, and Grassland Management.

Rae Ann Montgomery for Dietetics, Early Care & Education, Family & Community Services, Family & Consumer Sciences Education, Family Financial Planning, Gerontology, and Merchandising.

Exam Proctor

This course does not require an exam proctor.

Synchronous Components

This course does not include synchronous components.

Information is subject to change.

Please revisit this page again before the semester starts to make sure you have all the current information.

Drops and Refunds:

Students adhere to the drop and refund policies and deadlines of their home university.

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University Contact

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