Designing a Curriculum to Promote Digital Literacy, Lifelong Learning, and Social Connection Among Older Adults.

• In Event: Media and Inclusion

Short Description

The purpose of this session is to share the results from our pilot study on training older adults on tablet computer use and video conferencing software to connect to others The NeverTechLate program consists of eight, 1-hour lessons focused on learning about the internet, tablet computers, cybersecurity, and video conferencing. The goals of the NeverTechLate curriculum include promoting digital literacy, increasing the use of video conferencing, and reducing isolation among older adults.

Authors

• Presenter: Dr. Jacqueline McGinty, Assistant Professor Indiana University of Pennsylvania

• Contributor: Florence Mauchant, Founder and CEO, NeverTechLate

• Presenter: Jess Oest, Graduate Assistant, Indiana University of Pennsylvania

• Contributor: Ronald Nyanzi, Graduate Assistant, Indiana University of Pennsylvania