Who it is for
Older adults, families, caregivers, library learners, and anyone who wants safer online habits without technical language.
Online safety for older adults and beginners
Spot scams, protect accounts, and know what to do next.
This practical online safety course uses realistic texts, apps, profiles, and account problems so students can practice before a stressful moment happens. The goal is not fear. The goal is calm, repeatable habits.
How students practice
Each lesson has realistic examples, red flags to circle, safe next steps, and a short practice task that does not require sharing private information.
What students leave with
A simple Stop, Check, Ask routine for risky apps, scam texts, fake profiles, payment requests, account problems, and recovery steps.
Skills inside the course
- Tell safer apps from risky apps.
- Spot scam texts, fake delivery messages, bank alerts, and urgent links.
- Protect passwords and use two-step verification.
- Recognize fake profiles, romance scams, and impersonation tricks.
- Know what to do if a link was clicked or money was sent.
Recovery resources
The course points students toward official reporting and recovery resources, including ReportFraud.ftc.gov, IdentityTheft.gov, and the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center when appropriate.
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Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 14 Lessons
- 52 Weeks
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- Safety Mindset2
- Safe Apps3
- Scam Messages4
- Account Protection3
- Social Media and People3
- Money and Recovery4
- Safety Plan2
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