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Online service course

Learn about aging. Design with purpose.

A flexible online experience that helps students understand the realities of aging—and turn what they learn into useful tools for older adults.

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What you'll explore

Five modules built for real impact.

Learn how to teach technology safely, spot scams, support accessibility, build companionship, and serve with respect. Each module prepares you for the final project and real volunteer work.

  • Ageism and respect
  • Teaching technology
  • Scam awareness
  • Accessibility
  • Companionship
  • Volunteer boundaries

Course modules

Five modules. One final project.

Every module follows a clear learning rhythm, so you can make steady progress on your own schedule.

01

Understanding Ageism and Respect

Explore age-related stereotypes, learn to recognize ageism, and practice communication that honors dignity and autonomy.

  • ▶ Video lesson
  • ✦ Interactive assignment
  • ✓ Knowledge quiz
02

Teaching Technology Effectively

Discover strategies for explaining devices and apps patiently, adapting to different learning styles and comfort levels.

  • ▶ Video lesson
  • ✦ Interactive assignment
  • ✓ Knowledge quiz
03

Scam Awareness and Online Safety

Learn how to spot common scams, protect personal information, and help seniors stay safe online.

  • ▶ Video lesson
  • ✦ Interactive assignment
  • ✓ Knowledge quiz
04

Accessibility and Everyday Independence

Understand physical and cognitive changes with aging and how small adjustments support confidence and independence.

  • ▶ Video lesson
  • ✦ Interactive assignment
  • ✓ Knowledge quiz
05

Connection, Companionship, and Volunteer Boundaries

Build meaningful relationships while maintaining healthy boundaries, respecting privacy, and encouraging social connection.

  • ▶ Video lesson
  • ✦ Interactive assignment
  • ✓ Knowledge quiz

Final project

Put it all together.

Apply what you've learned to create a resource, guide, or activity that directly supports an older adult or senior community. The final project is your chance to turn empathy into action.

Tech guideSafety handoutWellness activityCompanion plan

Put learning into action

Create something a senior can use.

Your assignments may include clear technology guides, scam-awareness handouts, memory-support tools, or wellness materials. The final project brings your learning together and earns 15 verified community-service hours.

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Tech guideMemory toolWellness material
15verified hours

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Use the button below to join our Google Classroom, or enter the code q63775y7 at classroom.google.com.