Technology Education
for Seniors
The Senior Source is proud to partner with Senior Planet from AARP. The Senior Planet program enables older adults to come together and find ways to learn, work, create, exercise, and thrive in today’s digital age. Through a variety of program offerings, older adults will feel more comfortable accessing technology and will improve their quality of life.
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Courses are offered in English and Spanish
Meet The Trainers
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Technology Trainer
(214)-525-6144
iaranda@theseniorsource.org
Ignacio Aranda, a Dallas native, serves as a Technology Trainer at The Senior Source’s Elder Financial Safety Center. He has over seven years working at Apple and a BA in Sociology from UNT Dallas and currently is pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Passionate about digital equity, Ignacio aims to bridge the digital divide and empower older adults with technological literacy for financial safety and to enrich their lives.
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Bilingual Technology Trainer
(214)-525-6145
japonte@theseniorsource.org
Born and raised in the vibrant culture of Puerto Rico, Jean Aponte has a background as a Spanish teacher for children where he integrated technology into his dynamic and innovative lessons. This teaching experience became the cornerstone of his transition to a technology trainer for senior adults, where he joyfully demystifies technology as a Bilingual Technology Trainer at The Senior Source in Dallas. His bilingual background allows him to connect with students from diverse backgrounds and help them confidently embrace technology. Visit theseniorsource.org for a schedule of classes.
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Food Delivery Apps
Food Delivery Apps
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Date: July 1, 2024 Time: 10:00am-11:15am Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Ordering food from home is now easier than ever thanks to the internet. This lecture provides an overview of the most popular food delivery apps, such as Seamless. You’ll learn about the pros and cons, how to […]
Instructor: Jean Aponte Date: July 1, 2024 Time: 1:00pm-2:15pm Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Curious about Facebook but concerned about privacy? Interested in learning how to set up a profile or a page? Want to learn more about Facebook Live? This lecture offers an overview of Facebook’s evolution, its most popular […]
Food Delivery Apps
Food Delivery Apps
Instructor: Debbie Burkham Date: July 1, 2024 Time: 1:00pm-2:15pm Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Ordering food from home is now easier than ever thanks to the internet. This lecture provides an overview of the most popular food delivery apps, such as Seamless. You’ll learn about the pros and cons, how to […]
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Senior Employment Open Office Hours
Senior Employment Open Office Hours
Now you can walk in and have a 30-minute session with our Senior Employment Specialist. There is no registration or appointment required! During your session, we can choose to: Review your resume (Must bring your existing resume on a flash drive or be able to email it at the time of the session) Complete a […]
Streaming & Smart TVs
Streaming & Smart TVs
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Date: July 2, 2024 Time: 10:00am-11:15am Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Every day, more and more people are “cutting the cord” and canceling their cable subscriptions. Instead, they’re using free or low-cost streaming services like YouTube, Netflix, and Hulu to watch their favorite shows and movies online. […]
Instagram Basics
Instagram Basics
Instructor: Jean Aponte Date: July 2, 2024 Time: 10:00am-11:15am Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description You’ve probably heard about Instagram; now come learn about this visually-oriented sharing platform and what makes it one of the most exciting of the social media apps. This lecture introduces some of Instagram's popular features and will […]
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Lo básico de Instagram (en español)
Lo básico de Instagram (en español)
Instructor: Jean Aponte Ubicación: The Senior Source Dirección: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Fecha: 3 de Julio de 2024 Hora: 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Descripción del curso: Usted ha escuchado sobre Instagram; ahora, venga a aprender sobre esta plataforma de red social visualmente-orientada, uno de los sitios de redes sociales más divertidos. Esta presentación ofrece […]
Facebook (en español)
Facebook (en español)
Instructor: Jean Aponte Ubicación: The Senior Source Dirección: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Fecha: 3 de Julio de 2024 Hora: 1 p.m.-2:15pm. Descripción del curso: ¿Curioso sobre cómo funciona Facebook pero preocupado por su privacidad? ¿Interesado en cómo establecer un perfil o cómo crear una página? ¿Quiere aprender más sobre Facebook Live? Esta presentación […]
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Todo sobre Zoom (en español)
Todo sobre Zoom (en español)
Instructor: Jean Aponte Ubicación: Dallas College West Dallas Center, salón W205 Dirección: 3330 N Hampton Rd, Dallas, TX, 75212 Fecha: 8 de Julio de 2024 Hora: 10 a.m.-11:15am. Descripción del curso: ¿Le interesa saber por qué Zoom se ha convertido en el programa de videoconferencia preferido de todos? ¡Esta presentación le explicará cómo usar Zoom para […]
Virtual Museum Tours
Virtual Museum Tours
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Location: The Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, Texas 75219 Date: July 8, 2024 Time: 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Course Description Tour world famous museums from the comfort of your home! Did you know many of the world’s leading museums have been making their collections and exhibits available to view virtually? In […]
iPad Essentials- Start Date
iPad Essentials- Start Date
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Start Date: Monday, July 8, 2024 End Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2024 Meeting Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays Meeting Times: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Total Number of Sessions: 10 sessions Location: Dallas College North Lake Campus, Room A310E Address: 5001 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75038 Course Description This 5-week course will cover the essentials of how to […]
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Conceptos Básicos para la Busqueda de Empleos
Conceptos Básicos para la Busqueda de Empleos
Instructor: Jean Aponte Sesión 1: 7/9/2024 from 10am-11:15am Sesión 2: 7/10/2024 from 10am-11:15am Sesión 3: 7/11/2024 from 10am-11:15am (opcional) Número de sesiones: 3 sesiones Ubicación: The Senior Source DIRECCIÓN: 3910 Harry Hines Boulevard Dallas, Texas 75219 Únase a nosotros para Conceptos Básicos para la Busqueda de Empleos: Cree CV potentes, escriba cartas de presentación […]
iPad Essentials- Start Date
iPad Essentials- Start Date
Class: iPad Essentials Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 End Date: Thursday, August 6, 2024 Meeting Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays Meeting Times: 10:00 am to 11:30 am Total Number of Sessions: 10 sessions Location: Dallas College Mountain View Campus, Room B133 Address: 4849 W Illinois Ave, Dallas, TX 75211 Course Description This 5-week course will cover the […]
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Open Lab for Job Seekers 50+
Open Lab for Job Seekers 50+
Date: July 11, 2024 Time: 12:00 pm to 3:00pm Location: The Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, Tx 75219 Join us for an Open Lab session for job seekers 50+! If you do not have internet or computer access at home, then this session is for you! Prerequisites: You must be comfortable utilizing technology and navigating […]
All Things Zoom
All Things Zoom
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Location: Dallas College-Irving Center, Room# I2101 Address: 1081 W. Shady Grove Rd. Irving, TX 75060 Date: July 11, 2024 Time: 1 p.m.-2:15 p.m. Course Description Curious why Zoom has become everyone's go-to video conferencing software? This lecture will go over how to use Zoom to chat with friends & family, and take virtual […]
Todo sobre Zoom (en español)
Todo sobre Zoom (en español)
Instructor: Jean Aponte Ubicación: Dallas College Pleasant Grove, salón G221 Dirección: 802 Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75217 Fecha: 11 de Julio de 2024 Hora: 1 p.m.-2:15pm. Descripción del curso: ¿Le interesa saber por qué Zoom se ha convertido en el programa de videoconferencia preferido de todos? ¡Esta presentación le explicará cómo usar Zoom para chatear con […]
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Intro to AI
Intro to AI
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Date: July 15, 2024 Time: 10am-11:15am Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Curious about A.I.? Want to know more about Chat GPT? This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how A.I. is being used today, what its current […]
Senior Employment Open Office Hours
Senior Employment Open Office Hours
Now you can walk in and have a 30-minute session with our Senior Employment Specialist. There is no registration or appointment required! During your session, we can choose to: Review your resume (Must bring your existing resume on a flash drive or be able to email it at the time of the session) Complete a […]
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AI Image Generators
AI Image Generators
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Date: July 16, 2024 Time: 2:30pm- 3:45pm Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Do you envision something in your mind’s eye but struggle to bring it to life? There’s an AI tool for that! This lecture will explain how artificial intelligence can turn your words into […]
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Is that AI?
Is that AI?
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Date: July 17, 2024 Time: 10am- 11:15am Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description: With the advances in artificial intelligence technology, AI programs can now create ultra-realistic images and videos. At first sight, it may be hard to tell if what you see was created or altered by AI. […]
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Session 2: What’s Your Superpower?
Session 2: What’s Your Superpower?
Instructor: Renita Smith, Founder of Leap Forward Coaching & Consulting and new Senior Source board chair member! Session 2: Welcome to the Table: Why Diversity Really Matters at Work Description: "Ever felt puzzled about all the talk on diversity and inclusion? Come join us for a friendly chat where we break it all down. Learn […]
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Intro to Chatting with A.I
Intro to Chatting with A.I
Instructor: Ignacio Aranda Date: July 30, 2024 Time: 10am-11:15am Location: Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219 Course Description Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini but not sure where to start? In this lecture, we’ll explore tips for using generative AI chat programs so you can make them work for you. You’ll learn […]
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Open Lab for Job Seekers 50+
Open Lab for Job Seekers 50+
Date: July 31, 2024 Time: 9:00 am to 12:00pm Location: The Senior Source Address: 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, Tx 75219 Join us for an Open Lab session for job seekers 50+! If you do not have internet or computer access at home, then this session is for you! Prerequisites: You must be comfortable utilizing technology and navigating […]
Podcasting & Content Creation: How to Earn Money
Podcasting & Content Creation: How to Earn Money
Date: July 31, 2024 Time: 1pm-2:00pm Location: Virtual Class for people 50 and up (Registration is required, Zoom link will be emailed to you before class) Join us as Michael Carpenter and Brooke Bateman of Higginbotham show you how to turn social media into an income stream! More about your instructors: Michael Carpenter is a […]