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Experiential education through project-based learning: Sex and aging.

Jill Juris Naar¹, Raven H Weaver², Libbie Sonnier-Netto³

¹Department of Recreation Management and Physical Education, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina, USA.

Gerontology & Geriatrics Education

|December 28, 2019

Summary

This study shows that a project-based workshop improved undergraduate students’ understanding of late-life sexual health. The training helped students develop skills to address ageism and discuss sensitive topics, enhancing care for older adults.

Keywords:

Sexual health education older adults pre-professionals qualitative research

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Sexual Health Education

Background:

Myths and stereotypes surrounding sex in late-life are prevalent.
Ageism in professional settings hinders addressing the sexual health needs of older adults.
A prepared workforce is essential to challenge these ageist attitudes.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate a project-based workshop on sex and aging for undergraduate students.
To assess the impact of experiential learning on students' knowledge and comfort with late-life sexuality.
To identify strategies for improving sex and aging education in gerontology.

Main Methods:

Content analysis of open-ended responses from 41 undergraduate students.
Evaluation of a two-day project-based workshop focused on sex and aging.
Qualitative assessment of participant learning and skill development.

Main Results:

Participants valued developing transferable pre-professional skills.
Students demonstrated increased comfort and utilized creative strategies for discussing sensitive topics.
A greater awareness of late-life sexual health and behavior was achieved.

Conclusions:

Project-based learning effectively enhances understanding of late-life sexual health for students.
Training undergraduate students helps bridge knowledge gaps and combat ageism in sexual health.
Gerontology educators must prioritize sex and aging education to improve services for older adults.