Consider your own attitudes about old age and aging. How do you think they would translate to the workplace if you were (and if you are)

Consider your own attitudes about old age and aging. How do you think they would translate to the workplace if you were (and if you are)

After reviewing this week’s learning resources, respond to the following discussion prompts. For full credit, provide a full, well-substantiated response to the discussion question, referencing this week’s readings and/or (cited) outside sources.

  1. Consider your own attitudes about old age and aging. How do you think they would translate to the workplace if you were (and if you are) working with older adults?
  2. What can the field of gerontology do to help encourage investment and interest in working with older adults?
  3. What competencies do you think are critical for working with older adults and why?
  4. What are some advantages of hiring older workers?
  5. How do organizations benefit from a mindset that values diversity and inclusion? How do Millennials differ from older generations in their views of diversity and inclusion?

An excellent response will be at least several paragraphs in length, using complete sentences and concise language.

Please be sure to use APA citations in your text and to include your reference list. When you refer to and/or discuss any resources, you need to include a citation for that source, such as: (Braincraft, 2015). For more info on APA style, visit the APA Citations and Style module in this online classroom.

Answer preview for Consider your own attitudes about old age and aging. How do you think they would translate to the workplace if you were (and if you are)

APA

493 Words