Help Shape Future Digital Learning Programs

(Research Opportunity for Adults 60+)

The Digital Bridge Society is partnering with Cook Street Village Activity Centre on a research project to better understand what digital topics older adults want to learn, and the barriers and motivations you experience when learning digital skills.

We are inviting adults aged 60+ to join a voluntary in-person brainstorming session.

What you’ll do:
 Take part in a 60-minute group session where we will discuss:

  • Digital topics you’d like to learn

  • Barriers to digital learning

  • What motivates you to learn new digital skills

Incentive:
No incentives.

Session Details:

Two identical in-person sessions will be held on Saturday, January 10th at Cook Street Village Activity Centre (380 Cook St #1, Victoria).

You only need to attend one session:

  • 9:00–10:00 AM

    OR

  • 10:00–11:00 AM

Questions? Contact Us

How to Participate

Want to register with your email address?

Fill out the form below expressing interest.

Want to register via phone call?

Call Cook Street Village Activity Centre at 778-405-2416.

This project has been reviewed and approved by the Community Research Ethics Board.

If you feel you have not been treated according to the descriptions in our information, or your rights as a participant in research have been violated during the course of this project, you may contact the Chair, Community Research Ethics Board, at:

Community Research Ethics Office (Canada) Corp. c/o Centre for Community Based Research,140 Westmount Road North, Waterloo ON N2L 3G5;

Email: creoadmin@communityresearchethics.com

FAQs

  • This is a group brainstorming session where older adults are invited to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives about:

    • Technology and digital skills

    • Barriers to using technology

    • Reasons for wanting to learn digital skills

    • Interest in social and intergenerational connections (connecting with other age groups)

    Your input will help Digital Bridge Society design future digital learning programs that better meet the needs of older adults.

  • This session is for older adults who are interested in:

    • Sharing their experiences with technology

    • Talking with peers in a friendly group setting

    • Helping shape future community programs

    You do not need to be tech-savvy to participate.

  • The session lasts 60 minutes and includes:

    • A short icebreaker to get to know one another

    • Small-group discussions using sticky notes and visual tools

    • Group sharing and reflection

    • A wrap-up and chance to provide feedback

    There is no test and no teaching.

  • No preparation is needed.
    You don’t need to bring a device or have prior technology experience. This session is about your experiences and ideas, not your skill level