2. What is the Senior Learning Network? SLN is dedicated to
lifelong learning through videoconferencing to connect senior
centers, community centers, libraries, and schools to each other
and nonprofit organizations such as museums .
3. Need During the baby boomer years, 1946-1964 (inclusive),
77.3 million Americans were born.
4. Beginning January 1st, 2011 every single day more than
10,000 Baby Boomers will reach the age of 65. That is going to keep
happening every single day for the next 19 years. Life expectancy
has risen to 78 years This group of seniors makes up a
highly-educated and independent group of people.
5. SeniorsTalk About Interactive Videoconferencing
6. Brain Research The medical evidence shows that an older
brain is every bit as capable as a younger brain when it comes to
making new connections between nerve cells. The connections between
neurons, called dendrites are made at the same rate in older adults
(aged 55+), then in younger adults (aged 20-30). The collective
body of research clearly shows that creativity and learning has
life-long potential and should be considered essential along with
other services provided to older adults.
7. Survey ofTopics History Museums / Other countries then &
now Science / Environment How trends affect the future Book Clubs
Entertainment Health Writing Memoirs Mentoring
8. Tailoring to Seniors Over 600Video Conferences to choose
from and the list grows nearly every week! Presentations are
interactive See and talk to the presenters Less formal Time for
questions during and after We are always listeningwhat do you want
to learn? We encourage seniors to present video conferences
9. Ad Hoc Uses of SLN Once a member, the network is yours to
use. Professional Development Meetings Clubs Consultations
Discussions
10. What Equipment is Needed? And Enhanced Internet
Connectivity and a projection system.
11. Senior Learning Network Pricing Senior Centers /Libraries
$40/mo. Residential or Care Facilities $40/mo.
12. How CanYou Help We are looking for meaningful ways to
connect with seniors Would you like to be a presenter? Visit our
website at www.seniorlearningnetwork.com or contact
[email protected] or
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