Table 2.

Summary of Classroom Curriculum for the Aging^Plus Program

	Primary Component	Presentation Content	Workbook & Discussion Activities
Week 1	Negative Views on Aging	What are age stereotypes? Combatting 3 myths of aging: Common beliefs about aging and why the evidence does not support them Why stereotypes matter: Implications for prejudice and self-stereotyping	Thinking about Aging Stereotype Watch Homework for Week 2
Week 2	Negative Views on Aging; Control Beliefs	What is plasticity? How does physical activity promote brain plasticity and cognitive health? Physical activity as the single most important strategy for promoting successful aging National guidelines for physical activity Review of the many benefits of physical activity	Group Discussion: Stereotype Watch Report Your Future Self Risks & Benefits: Considering individual benefits of starting physical activity (and risks if no change is made) Assessing Your Confidence to Become more Physically Active Stereotype Watch Homework for Week 3
Week 3	Control Beliefs (via goal planning and self-monitoring)	Effective strategies for goal setting Importance of commitment Effective strategies for goal achievement How to effectively monitor progress Prepare to pursue goal starting this week	Group Discussion: Stereotype Watch Report Brainstorming Enjoyable Activities Setting a Personalized goal Making Specific Plans and Planning for Obstacles Assessing Your Confidence to Become more Active Stereotype Watch Homework for Week 4
Week 4	Control Beliefs (via goal planning and self-monitoring)	Checking in: Self-reflection strategies for monitoring successes and challenges Finding opportunities for improvements and looking for patterns in the daily log	Group Discussion: Stereotype Watch Report Reflecting on Last Week’s Successes and Challenges Assessing Your Commitment and Confidence Generating Additional Plans and Backup Plans