Computer School for Seniors
I’m thrilled and pleased to report that I have been asked to join the faculty of Computer School for Seniors. This new affiliation makes perfect sense to me and fits right in with my philosophy of continuing to learn no matter what your age.
In fact, Internet usage by older adults is growing by leaps and bounds. They are using the Internet to learn about ways to make their lives better- searching for information on personal needs, keeping in touch with family and friends, reading periodicals and newspapers, and researching product information. For older adults, as well as the 78 million Baby Boomers looking for ways to enhance their retirement, the Internet is proving to be a very useful learning tool.”
CS4Seniors offers older adults a wide variety of learning topics. Along with a Computer Learning Center on their virtual campus, they also offer learning opportunities in such subjects as Government, Fitness, Photography, Travel, Finances, Photo Restoration, Lifelong Learning, and even a Campus Kitchen. And more subjects are being planned.
The mission of Computer School for Seniors is “to empower our students by providing encouragement, lifelong learning opportunities and new worlds to explore with a computer via the Internet.”
As you can see their Mission Statement fits my philosophy of lifelong learning in that a stimulating learning environment can make a profound difference in the lives of mature adults.
I see this every single day in my work as director of the Elderhostel Institute Network. We have almost 400 lifelong learning programs filled with older adults who want to keep learning. Lifelong learning enriches their lives more than they ever thought possible.
Bill and Mimi Witcher, who just opened the CS4Seniors virtual campus, agree. Their site encourages older adults to use their computers and the Internet to enhance lifelong learning opportunities. “The Internet has been called the greatest learning tool ever invented,” said Mimi. “It’s amazing what you can do with a computer, the Internet and your imagination.”
Both Mimi and I subscribe to the theory that classroom learning, educational travel, community service and becoming more computer literate are excellent ways to stimulate our brain cells. The increased fun, self-esteem and health benefits from these four activities are priceless!
For more information be sure to visit www.cs4seniors.com or www.learninglater.com.
I’m thrilled and pleased to report that I have been asked to join the faculty of Computer School for Seniors. This new affiliation makes perfect sense to me and fits right in with my philosophy of continuing to learn no matter what your age.
In fact, Internet usage by older adults is growing by leaps and bounds. They are using the Internet to learn about ways to make their lives better- searching for information on personal needs, keeping in touch with family and friends, reading periodicals and newspapers, and researching product information. For older adults, as well as the 78 million Baby Boomers looking for ways to enhance their retirement, the Internet is proving to be a very useful learning tool.”
CS4Seniors offers older adults a wide variety of learning topics. Along with a Computer Learning Center on their virtual campus, they also offer learning opportunities in such subjects as Government, Fitness, Photography, Travel, Finances, Photo Restoration, Lifelong Learning, and even a Campus Kitchen. And more subjects are being planned.
The mission of Computer School for Seniors is “to empower our students by providing encouragement, lifelong learning opportunities and new worlds to explore with a computer via the Internet.”
As you can see their Mission Statement fits my philosophy of lifelong learning in that a stimulating learning environment can make a profound difference in the lives of mature adults.
I see this every single day in my work as director of the Elderhostel Institute Network. We have almost 400 lifelong learning programs filled with older adults who want to keep learning. Lifelong learning enriches their lives more than they ever thought possible.
Bill and Mimi Witcher, who just opened the CS4Seniors virtual campus, agree. Their site encourages older adults to use their computers and the Internet to enhance lifelong learning opportunities. “The Internet has been called the greatest learning tool ever invented,” said Mimi. “It’s amazing what you can do with a computer, the Internet and your imagination.”
Both Mimi and I subscribe to the theory that classroom learning, educational travel, community service and becoming more computer literate are excellent ways to stimulate our brain cells. The increased fun, self-esteem and health benefits from these four activities are priceless!
For more information be sure to visit www.cs4seniors.com or www.learninglater.com.
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