Open Courses Digital Inclusion and Aging: Pedagogical Innovation and Social Practice

Digital transformation is redefining the way people communicate, access services, and participate in society. However, many older adults continue to face barriers that limit their inclusion and digital citizenship. This microcredential equips professionals to design, implement, and evaluate innovative interventions to promote digital literacy among older adults, using participatory methodologies, intergenerational learning, digital storytelling, gamification, and the critical use of digital technologies. The training program integrates scientific knowledge with practical application, promoting the development of impactful projects in community settings and contributing to more active, autonomous, and inclusive aging.

Professionals and students in the fields of psychology, social education, social work, educational sciences, communication sciences, and related fields. It is also intended for staff members of local governments, private social solidarity institutions (IPSS), charitable organizations, foundations, associations, senior universities, community centers, and other organizations that carry out projects with older adults or seek to promote inclusion and digital citizenship in community settings.

This micro-credential is designed to develop specialized skills for professionals who work or intend to work in the fields of active aging, digital inclusion, and community intervention. The knowledge gained can be applied in: - Private Social Solidarity Institutions (IPSS); - Local governments and community projects; - Senior universities; - Day centers and community centers; - Non-governmental organizations; - Foundations and associations; - Social innovation projects; - Adult education programs; - Multidisciplinary teams in health, education, and social intervention; - National and international digital inclusion projects.

Continuous assessment based on active participation in class sessions, completion of practical activities, development of a group intervention project, and submission of an individual reflection paper. Assessment components: - Participation and practical activities (20%) - Reflective journal (20%) - Intervention project and presentation (40%) - Final reflection/essay (20%)