HS607 The Internet, Social Media, and Aging (1 cr.)

This course examines the increasing influence of Internet technology and social media on older adults’ biological, psychological, and social wellbeing. Identification of market-based web supports for enhanced aging experiences are also addressed. Additionally, the feasibility of human service providers to adapt current practices to include Internet-based solutions are discussed.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and evaluate the opportunities, as well as potential barriers, Internet technology presents for advancing practice with older adults in health and human service settings.
2. Analyze the strengths and limitations of web-based technologies currently available for supporting healthy aging experiences.
3. Develop strategies for linking service providers and consumers to Internet resources that can enhance older adults’ physical, social, and psychological wellbeing.