AARP Foundation Digital Skills Ready@50+ collaborates with community partners to help older adults learn essential digital skills. Enter your address or zip code below to see what FREE classes are available in your area. Click on the name of a class for more details and to sign up.
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Justa Center
Upcoming Classes
Smartphones at a Glance
Hybrid
12/17/2025
Learn how a smartphone can help you access the internet when you need it – during job searching and beyond. If you’re curious about what smartphones can do and why they’ve grown so popular, come to this lecture. You’ll learn about popular smartphones on the market and some of their pros and cons. We’ll also compare and contrast two of the most popular operating systems: Android and Apple’s iOS.
Understanding Fraud & Scams
Hybrid
12/24/2025
The ability to spot a scam is an essential digital skill. In this lecture, we’ll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. We’ll look at sample emails, texts, and deepfakes to see how AI contributes to the increased spread and complexity of scams. We’ll also provide helpful resources for staying informed about the latest scams.
YWCA of Pekin
Upcoming Classes
AI Voice & Video Generators
Hybrid
12/17/2025
This lecture will explain how artificial intelligence programs can turn documents or a few sentences into realistic voices and videos in a matter of minutes. We’ll explore AI voice and video generators, their common features, and the wide range of content they can produce. You'll also learn tips and considerations for using these tools so you can get started! This course is being offered in English and Spanish.