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According to Pew Research in a research study entitled, Generations Online in 2009, “larger percentages of older generations are online now than in the past and they are dong more activities online.”  They are primarily using the Internet for “research, shopping, and banking.”

The study reports that despite their growing usage of the Internet they still are not using it as frequently as younger generations.  We searched the web for classes that would help them get the instruction needed to help them become more familiar with computer and Internet usage.

We recently learned about SeniorNet Learning Centers.  SeniorNet is an organization that offers computer classes to adults who are 50 years of age or older. Their classes are fairly affordable and offer the basics in computer and Internet usage (e.g., introduction to computers, word processing, windows, email, etc.) .  They also have more advanced classes in geneology, graphics, digital photography, financial management, etc.

For a complete list of SeniorNet classes in your area, access the SeniorNet locator here. Our Detroit area followers can find classes at The Troy Community Center in Troy, Michigan. The coordinator is Lee Watkins. Lee can be contacted at 248.524.3484.