These days, virtually every aspect of our daily lives has become, well – virtual. Shopping, chatting with family members, making doctor’s appointments, banking, exercise classes and social activities are just a click away. The internet brings people closer and makes everyday tasks easier and more convenient.
To help Sault Ste. Marie seniors get the most of these online opportunities, Superior Adult Learning is offering a free Practical Digital Skills program to all older adults, regardless of previous knowledge or experience. Even those who have never touched a computer, tablet or smartphone can learn to use a digital device, navigate the web, and discover a world of convenience and opportunity.
Practical Digital Skills is an extension of Superior Adult Learning’s adult literacy program and, like all of their popular skills upgrade courses, is designed to help students gain valuable knowledge and capabilities according to their needs, and learn at their own pace.
What can I expect to learn in the program?
The Practical Digital Skills for Seniors curriculum provides both group and one-on-one training to help students navigate many of the most common digital and online applications. Topics include:
- How to use your Smartphone
- Email Basics
- Online Banking
- Using Video Chat
- Completing Online Forms
- Introduction to Social Media
Students also learn ways to keep their online experience more secure, with instruction on safely using online forms, managing computer viruses and recognizing spam.
Is it really free to enrol?
There is no cost to participate. Funding is provided by the federal governments “New Horizons for Seniors” program.
Where and when do classes take place?
Scheduling is on a case-by-case basis with most sessions taking place Monday to Friday during the day at locations throughout the Soo, including the Superior Adult Learning office in the Doctors’ Building at 955 Queen Street East.
How do I enrol?
To register, call Superior Adult Learning at 705 946 3953, or email them at martin@superioral.ca.
Since 1987, Superior Adult Learning (formerly “Program Read”) has helped adults in our community build skills they need to gain confidence, improve independence, and secure employment. Superior Adult Learning is a non-profit organization, led by a volunteer Board of Directors, a small team of employees and volunteer tutors. To learn more, visit them online.