Become Digital Facilitator for Adults 55+
Two European partners from Romania and two from Spain and Turkey, upon evaluating internal capabilities, discussions with stakeholders, analyses of existent resources and strategies at national and European level, partners concluded that a high-performing digital education ecosystem can support educators create, update, share and re-use digital educational programs. The programs needs to be easily customizable to be delivered in online and offline (Bring your own device) to meet the needs of adults 55+ with low digital skills. For wide benefit, a complete educational resources toolkit comprising multilingual educational materials will be released in ENG, RO, IT and TK. Keep an eye on these and be part of our community.
IMPROVE THE DIGITAL FACILITATOR COMPETENCIES
Improve the digital facilitator competencies of educators and other adult education staff from partners’ countries to adequately contribute to development of digital skills of adults 55+, by using a toolbox of instruments for creating engaging & active learning and digital pedagogies adapted to proficiency level.
FACILITATE ACCESS TO DIGITAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Facilitate access of 150 adults of 55+ to digital learning opportunities, by using different modes of assessment for digital skills and by participating in attractive learning activities.
ENHANCE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION FOR ADULTS 55+
Enhance digital transformation in adult education organizations from partners countries to empower older people at 55+ to be active technology users, by implementing an high-performing digital ecosystem to create and share attractive learning activities for adults.
Facing the challenges
The programs need to be easily customisable to be delivered in online and offline (Bring your own device) to meet the needs of adults 55+ with low digital skills.
Nevertheless, proposed results require high technical expertise and costs, which represent two of the main existing challenges and barriers for educators that would like to innovate their digital teaching strategies. DIFA project is an opportunity to bring together a multi-disciplinary, complementary partnership consisting of four partners from Romania (NGO specialized in digital education and an NGO providing support to elderly center), Spain (institute specialized in design training processes), and SHEM (adult education centre).
Target groups
Educators need improved digital skills for adapting to digital education. They need digital competence and a toolbox of instruments for creating engaging & active learning, and ensure learners reach the desired learning outcomes.
Adults 55+ need digital skills to access support services, medical appointments, welfare activities; and to stay safe while online. They need accessible tools to understand own level of digital competency and attractive courses to become digital competent.
Adult education organizations need initiatives to empower adults to be active technology users. The innovative digital education ecosystem gives the educators the chance to create, update, share, adapt and re-use attractive educational programs.
Benefits of e-learning platform
Open access – login without bureaucratic obligations. Click here to see.
Learning opportunities – improve employability and social inclusion of 55+ years-old people
Education learners develop key competences and skills to foster their personal development
International collaboration between educational organizations, teachers and learners
Promote the educational work and the recognition of educational work in Romania, in partners countries and everywhere across Europe
DIFA Educational Ecosystem
Setting up a digital education ecosystem for adult education is intended to offer several advantages for both learners and educators. It allows for flexibility and convenience. This is especially beneficial for adult learners with busy schedules or those who live in remote areas, providing them the chance to study at their own pace and on their own schedule. In addition, educators can use data and analytics to track learner progress and adjust course materials and strategies accordingly, providing a more tailored learning experience.
While online education offers numerous advantages, it is essential to understand that it may not be suitable for everyone. Some individuals, especially adult learners, thrive in traditional classroom settings, and certain subjects as using digital tools and programs may require hands-on learning experiences.
In order to respond to these challenges, the innovative DIFA55+ digital education ecosystem is adaptable to various learning styles, preferences and formats.
I am a learner
I prefer online courses
I prefer teacher-led classes
Test your digital skills level
Everyday Digital Skills for Adults. The test is an objective assessment designed around the DigComp framework and provides situational questions, answers and tips related to day-to-day digital competences. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate and a radar plot across the 5 DigComp Areas. Click here to join.
Join our online course
Guiding Adults 55+ into the Digital World. Digital skills are essential. They can improve our confidence to use technology for work, learning and daily life. This course includes e-book, videos and interactive activities designed to develop skills in the areas of information and data literacy, communication and collaboration, digital content creation, safety, and problem-solving. Join the course in English, Romanian, Turkish and Spanish and enhance your digital skills!
Contact us for synchronous classes
Whether you are a local or European learner who wants to study internationally, we provide you with the opportunity to participate in teacher-led classes, both online in our Online Learning Platform and face-to-face at partner organisations.
See what recommends us
Along the years, TEAM4Excellence implemented many Erasmus+ projects and provided non-formal education for thousands of local and international participants, online and face-to-face. Read Event Stories, the Training Club Magazine and our Erasmus+ Training courses page. In this project, we provide non-formal education together with our thrusted partners from Spain, Turkey and Romania.
I am an educator
I want to learn
I want to teach
Competence map
Are you a digital facilitator? Use our self-assessment competence tool to check it out!
Toolkit
A manual for digital facilitators of adults 55+. Read the facilitator’s toolkit to discover digital tools for education.
Guide
Use our assessment web app or make your own. Read the facilitators’ guide.
Educational materials
An entire digital learning environment for adults 55+ explained, from methodology, to educational programme and all-inclusive ecosystem.
Video guide
Watch and learn with our Moodle video tutorial for digital facilitators and trainers
Create your own course
Read this guide for educators to create attractive e-learning programs and contact us to help you.
“Everyday Digital Skills for Adults 55+” online assessment web app
Welcome to our DIFA55+ web app. The app is a formative objective assessment designed around the DigComp framework and provides situational questions, answers and tips related to day-to-day digital competences. Upon completion, it provides you with a certificate and a radar plot across the six DigComp main dimensions.
We know that keeping pace with the fast digital transition is quite challenging, and we strive to help you improve your digital knowledge, skills and attitudes.
We invite you to test your digital skills and learn at the same time. Select your answer, read the tips and click next.
Enjoy!
Events across Europe
Priority: DIFA project aims to develop, test and implement an innovative digital education ecosystem to let educators create and share attractive learning activities for adults. In order to do this, the educators and other adult education staff will develop digital skills and will use appropriate teaching methods and tools adapted to digital education.
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Our Partners
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A multi-disciplinary, complementary partnership consisting of two NGOs from Romania and two NGOs from Turkey and Spain, together with 20 associated partners will work for you. Thus, you will benefit from a multilingual non-formal learning environment. Find more about our activities.
The European Commission support for the production of this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the contents. The contents reflect the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.
“Digital Facilitator for Adults 55+” DIFA55+ – ID: 2021-1-RO01-KA220-ADU-000035297
