Senior citizen at cyber cafe.. No more a taboo

When a child saw a senior citizen in cyber cafe exploring the internet, he could not believe his eyes. it may be unbelievable for any young person but it is true and happening. Senior citizens with their grey hair  are learning the computers

 

                     The Nada India has announced its computer training programme for a developing community ‘Aya Nagar’ of south Delhi. the social worker was instructed to mobilize 20 senior citizens initially keeping in mind the drop outs. the ideal number  was to be 20.the program was for 20 days for 20 people starting from1st of April to20th April with the arrangement of proper lunch.

                     The journey of 20 days began with first 15 senior citizens including male and female.the  Cyber cafe was fixed to be the learning center.As the days progressed,the ideal number also achieved.the senior citizens were provided with Kit .The senior citizens has started learning computer step by step from basics like mouse control to exploration of internet.it took some days on the pert of senior citizens to get acclimatize with a stationery mouse and a large keyboard.

 Learning

      The senior citizens has learn various tools of computer in progression.firstly, they learnt the the mouse control and mouse functioning.secondly they learnt the MS-word and its tools and bars.they enhanced their typing skills on MS-word.thirdly , they embarked upon the world wide web by successfully creating an e-mail account.the e-mail account helped in then in communication not only to their fellows but also to Nada office.

   Slow learners took time to learn.their interest was developed by involving them in painting and drawing.in this way,the whole group was getting trained to use the computer effectively and easily.Finally, the senior citizens learn to use the other websites like of railways,Delhi government services etc..some also enjoyed the games while studying.

            After classes , they have been provided fruit juices, cookies, ice-creams and other items every class day.they were enormously enjoying their lunch.

    Multipurpose

  The computer training program is not only aimed at teaching usage of computer and internet. It has multipurpose rolled in a training program.this program was only a medium to integrate the left out senior citizens inti main-stream.Firstly , the program minimized their boredom by uniting them for a learning from which they have been deprived which becomes necessity today.Secondly, it created sense of belonging among the group and geared their mobility rate.Fourthly, the basic purpose of the program was to train them in using computer so that they can be familiar with this technology advancement.after learning,they felt confident , more knowledgeable ,and familiar with new tools of mass communication which ultimatelt leads to empowerment.Fifthly , they can easily keep a check on their children who sits glued to computer unlimited hours and can be assimilated in their pursuits. Finally,it leaves the group united to take some initiatives for their community development by using technology and mass communication.