Physical Activity in Elederly

Year
1

Academic year
2021-2022

Code
02466719

Subject Area
Social Sciences

Language of Instruction
Portuguese

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face

Duration
SEMESTRIAL

ECTS Credits
1.0

Type
Compulsory

Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

Degree / Integrated Master in Medicine or Dentistry.

Teaching Methods

Theoretical classes with presentation of the learning objectives followed by the explanation of the contentes. Active participation of the students is encouraged, for clarification of doubts, and to stimulate critical thinking.

Learning Outcomes

The student must know the social phenomena associated with aging and its consequences.

Work Placement(s)

Syllabus

Aging and Society: the demographic issue.

Aging and changes in the life cycle.

Aging and social policies.

Head Lecturer(s)

Maria Helena Gomes dos Reis Amaro da Luz

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Exam: 100.0%

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Holden MK, Gill KM, Magliozzi MR. Gait assessment for neurologically

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