SeniorLearning

Adapting e-learning techniques for integrating senior citizens in the new digital world.

Recent EU studies show that for people 50+, about 30% are computer users with professional or advanced skills or use computers frequently. About 10% represent the "old age beginners", using computers less often and possessing fewer skills.

This latter group is heavily at risk of being left behind in accessing ICT-based and digital services, and will thus constitute the target group of this project. In particular, older people from disadvantaged social groups are in danger of being totally excluded from the modern information society. In light of the above need, coupled with Europe’s rapidly ageing population, it is envisaged that a web-based learning system especially adapted for senior citizens (50 years and above) will be of particular interest for society. The objectives of Senior

Learning can be outlined as followings:

• Approach senior citizens to ICTs, training them to readily use computers,
• Train senior citizens on the practical use of internet, bringing them into the Information Society,
• Study and apply pedagogical and technical methodologies and approaches tailored to the needs of senior citizens in e-learning,
• Study, apply and adapt e-learning courses to the particularities of each different country (different languages, web resources, levels of computer literacy, etc.).

The main output of the project is a website built around a Moodle-based portal. Various e-learning materials can be downloaded and printed (PDF format) and there are also interactive course materials intended as a hands-on exercising material.

The website (and the material) are available in English and Norwegian.

Registration is not necessary (unless tutor access rights are required), but if you wish to register, please do not hesitate to contact us.