A written resource Learning to Use WebCT, and on line technical support, eased some of the fears and frustrations with technology. The class has run two times. Other U of R departments have developed or are planning to use the learning technologies of on line classes. The number of participants and the number of postings increased from one discussion to the next as awareness and confidence increased for electronic conferencing. Two issues were published on line in the fall of 1997 and the spring of 1998, and a third one is expected in the spring of 1999.
Stories share the challenges and successes of educators and learners in using learning technologies.
A total of 37 older adults participated at three sites outside of Regina. One site had enthusiastic response to an introductory computer class. One need that has been identified has been a clearing house for the growing body of information about Canadian seniors' education and technology projects and the sources of that information. Links with other sites expand the range of available resources. Requests for information about the Older Adults and Learning Technologies Project came from local, national and international educators and communities.