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A Context for Teaching Aging-Related Public Policy.

Authors :
Brown, David K.
Source :
Educational Gerontology. Dec 1999 25(8):711-722.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Describes two points of view regarding age-related public programs (Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security): that of devolutionists who would curtail them and safety netters who maintain the government's role is indispensable. Uses Relative Deprivation theory as a framework for teaching public policy about aging. (SK)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0360-1277
Volume :
25
Issue :
8
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Educational Gerontology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ598508
Document Type :
Journal Articles