Invited experts
Virve Seiteri, Education coordinator Taivalkoski Adult Education Centre
Invited expert: Zafer Orkun Ongan, coach and president Active Youth and Sport Association, Canakkale, Turkey
Experți invitati
Virve Seiteri, Education coordinator Taivalkoski Adult Education Centre
Trainingul ”Empowering Lifelong Learners: Training Techniques for Engaging Adult
Seniors” - 11.10-15.10.2024, trainer, expert invitat Virve Seiteri, Education coordinator Taivalkoski Adult Education Centre
Craiova, Romania
Program:
Understanding the Learner
Introduction to Lifelong Learning for Seniors
Overview of adult learning principles
Benefits of lifelong learning for seniors
Characteristics of Senior Learners
Cognitive, emotional, and physical considerations
Addressing common myths and misconceptions
Building Rapport and Creating a Supportive Environment
Techniques for establishing trust and respect
Creating an inclusive and welcoming learning environment
Interactive Activity: Understanding Your Learners
Role-playing exercises to empathize with senior learners' experiences
Instructional Design Principles for Seniors
- Simplifying complex information
- Using multimedia and visual aids effectively
Creating Accessible Learning Materials
- Ensuring readability and accessibility (font size, color contrast, etc.)
- Adapting materials for varying levels of tech-savviness
- Introduction to digital tools and platforms (e.g., tablets, online courses)
- Addressing technology challenges and solutions
Assessing Learning and Progress
Addressing Challenges and Adjustments
Identifying and overcoming common challenges in senior learning environments
Adapting instruction based on assessment results
Techniques for evaluating understanding and progress (formative assessments, feedback loops)
Training:
"Living Your Best Life: Wellness Strategies for Life After Work" - invited expert: Zafer Orkun Ongan, coach and president at Active Youth and Sport Association, Canakkale, Turkey
Invited expert: Zafer Orkun Ongan, coach and president Active Youth and Sport Association, Canakkale, Turkey
Training Living Your Best Life: Wellness Strategies for Life After Work
1. Equip participants with practical wellness strategies to help them maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being during retirement, focusing on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and building a balanced daily routine.
2. Guide participants in developing a personalized wellness plan that aligns with their post-work life goals, values, and interests, fostering a fulfilling and purposeful retirement lifestyle.
Building and Sustaining Social Connections
Managing Finances and Planning for the Future