— Technology Use, Health, & Aging

Prerequisites & course information

This version has ended; see updated course, below. Course Description: Principles from gerontology applied to older adults' use of technology to support health and well-being across a variety of domains (e.g., cognitive and physical fitness, social engagement) and contexts (assisted living, aging in place). Cognitive, sensory, and physical changes in later life that impact technology use. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Social Sciences (SS); Writing Experience (WE). HDE 161 — Technology Use, Health, & Aging (4 units) Course Description: Principles from gerontology applied to older adults' use of technology to support health and well-being across a variety of domains (e.g., cognitive and physical fitness, social engagement) and contexts (assisted living, aging in place). Cognitive, sensory, and physical changes in later life that impact technology use. Prerequisite(s): ( PSC 001 or PSC 001Y or PSC 001V ); HDE 100C ; or consent of instructor. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Pass One open to Human Development majors. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Social Sciences (SS); Writing Experience (WE). This course version is effective from, and including: Spring Quarter 2027. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Social Sciences (SS); Writing Experience (WE). HDE 161 — Technology Use, Health, & Aging (4 units) Course Description: Principles from gerontology applied to older adults' use of technology to support health and well-being across a variety of domains (e.g., cognitive and physical fitness, social engagement) and contexts (assisted living, aging in place). Cognitive, sensory, and physical changes in later life that impact technology use. Prerequisite(s): ( PSC 001 or PSC 001Y or PSC 001V ); HDE 100C ; or consent of instructor. Learning Activities: Lecture/Discussion 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Pass One open to Human Development majors. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Social Sciences (SS); Writing Experience (WE). This course version is effective from, and including: Spring Quarter 2027.