Seniors are exploring the Internet in huge numbers, and while the journey can be wonderful, it can also be confusing and even risky for someone new to this world. You can do a good turn by teaching a senior apply this new technology.
Instructions
1. Familiarize your senior with the tools of going online. While many seniors are familiar with keyboards from their experiences with typewriters, many don't know what a mouse or a modem is or use either. Teach your senior start a computer and get online.
2. Help your senior understand how the Internet works. While you may understand that the web is composed of millions of other people all sharing and compiling information so you can view it through a computer, your senior may not grasp the concept. Begin by finding websites that are of personal interest to the new user.
3. Emphasize the importance of exact spelling when entering a website address. The Internet does not guess what website you want, and many use unconventional spellings. Help your senior understand that misspelled website addresses can send him to the wrong page or no page at all.
4. Inform your senior about the possibility of scams. Tell them never to give out personal information or credit card numbers to organizations that should not be trusted. Teach them spot dishonest businesses and about how email is used to scam.
5. Remain available for questions. While you may think your tutorial is complete, the Internet offers countless detours and flat tires along the road. Make yourself available to answer questions that come up along your senior's journey. It's the best way for anyone to learn the Internet. Give the senior your email address and teach him Instant Message if you're members of the same network, so he can immediately reach you with questions.
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