Post on 26-Dec-2015
SeniorNet’s Mission
To generate opportunities for older adults to use technology to empower themselves, to benefit our communities & to transform the world.
SeniorNet Learning Center Goals
• To educate older adults about computer technologies in a warm and friendly environment
• To encourage lifelong learning and the progression along a pathway from computer literacy to fluency to mastery
SeniorNet Learning Center Goals
• To take part in the SeniorNet community of computer using older adults
• To provide outreach to a wider community, contributing to society by providing assistance to others
How We Accomplish The SeniorNet Mission
• Learning Centers
– Computer to accomplish tasks – Basic skills to advanced specific interests– Peer to Peer Teaching Model
How We Accomplish The SeniorNet Mission
• Website – www.seniornet.org
– Online Communities– Discussion Boards (RoundTables)– Collaboration In Research On Older
Adults and Technology
How We Accomplish The SeniorNet Mission
• Staff (& Lots of Volunteers!)
– Operations– Programs & Services– Business Development/Marketing
SeniorNet Web Site - 1
• 2,470,484 page views in January 06
• 75 new web registrants per week
• 105 dedicated volunteers
SeniorNet Web Site -2
• 600+ discussion topics: peer support and education; new topics monthly
• Increased contributions to the Leadership Exchange by Learning Centers
SeniorNet Directors
Kristin
Scott RainsPrograms & Services
Marcie SchwarzOnline Programs
To Be HiredBusiness Development
&Marketing
SeniorNet Programs & Services
Scott RainsDirector of Programs & Services
Elesa LivingstonManager Director of Programs & Services
SeniorNet Consultants(Regional & Special)
Programs & Services Team
Elesa LivingstonManager, Programs
& Services
Scott RainsDirector, Programs
& Services
Ron HankinsRegional Consultant
Western Region
Jan AdkinsRegional ConsultantMid-Atlantic & Texas
Sandra KrasnerRegional Consultant
Northeast Region
Mel StarkstonRegional Consultant
Midwest Region
Joe TartaglinoRegional Consultant
Southeast Region
Phil CarnahanSpecial Consultant
Responsibility for Course Development
Primary responsibility for course development is with HQ
• LC – based: – Elesa Livingston, Scott Rains
• Web – based: – Marcie Schwartz
Curriculum Overview
• What is covered & why
• SeniorNet Style & variations
• How to find SeniorNet courses
Curriculum
Windows XP Versions - Supplied by SeniorNet
• Computer Fundamentals Windows XP• Intro to Computers - MS Works Suite• Intro to Word Processing MS Works Suite• Intro to Quicken Quicken Deluxe• Intro to Spreadsheet MS Works Suite• Intro to Genealogy Family Tree Maker• Intro to Internet MS IE6• Intro to Digital Imaging PhotoElements
The Job of the Regional Consultant
• Represent SeniorNet HQ to Learning Centers in their region– New courses, MSUP, RTV
• Represent Learning Centers to SeniorNet HQ– Troubleshooting, regional conferences
Responsibility for Course Development
• ALC & Library – based: Joe Tartaglino, Phil Carnahan, Scott
• Native American AC – based: Jan Adkins, Elesa, Scott
LC & Member Leadership in Course Development
• Survey responses
• LC uploads to LE
• Contracted course writers
• Outside authored courseware donations
The Growth of SeniorNet Course Offerings
• Software donation driven curriculum
• LC developed curriculum
• Online curriculum
• Project driven curriculum
• Sponsor funded curriculum
Curriculum Growth:Shorter Classes
•Workshops & Giveaways•Snowbird Students•Skills Updates•Variations in Teaching & Learning Styles •Native American curriculum
Maximizing Curriculum Growth:
Every Center should contribute to Leadership Exchange
•Centers differ in their skill sets & sustainability•Rapidly sharing curriculum keeps LCs stronger•New marketable ideas spread faster•New curriculum can impact grants, donations, & partnerships
Examples of Curriculum Growth:
Plans with freeware/online programs:
•LifeBio•American Greetings Cardmaker•Google•Ebay•HP Photoshare
Examples of Curriculum Growth: Online Classes
• SeniorNet volunteers have been offering instructor-led courses Latin and Greek, since 2004.
• We will soon be planning for some additional courses in Fall 2007, including computer courses.