by admin | Aug 25, 2021 | ALLE Learning, Lifelong Learning Classes, Senior Discussions, Well-being
Studies show lifelong learning promotes brain health, and most older adults embrace the idea of keeping their mind active and staying informed about the world around them. But “lifelong learning” often conjures an image of seniors sitting in front of a screen or...
by admin | Oct 1, 2019 | ALLE Learning, Lifelong Learning Classes, Senior Discussions
Out with the old, in with the new! Y2K (January 1, 2000) ushered in a brand, new century, and a wave of industry disruptive companies, and out-of-this-world technology. Since 2000 we have experienced a fully functioning space station, the ubiquitous Smartphone, music,...
by admin | Sep 10, 2019 | ALLE Learning, Experience, Lifelong Learning Classes, Senior Discussions, Well-being
No matter whom we are or what our stage in life might be we can all benefit from adopting a growth mindset. But what is it and how can it help us achieve a higher quality-of-life later in life? The lifelong learning growth mindset begins with curiosity and moves down...
by admin | Aug 18, 2019 | ALLE Learning, Dementia Information, Experience, Peer support, Senior Discussions, Well-being
How does a lifelong learning program fit in a Memory Care setting? Whether it is Dementia Friendly Tempe, a Senior Day Center, or a senior adult living community for memory care, organizations across the US are using lifelong learning classes to generate enthusiasm...
by admin | Jul 11, 2019 | ALLE Learning, Classes, Lifelong Learning Classes
An excellent way to begin any type of a lifelong learning class is to ask the participants, “What do you know about this topic?” This question serves several valuable purposes for classroom management and insight for the facilitator. First, this question is an open...
by admin | Jun 10, 2019 | ALLE Learning, Classes, Dementia Information, Lifelong Learning Classes
Returning to the classroom for all ages and all stages of life.
