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Barcamp 2024: AI for seniors

On October 3-4, 2024, took place the fifth annual Barcamp event, organized by Transitions in collaboration with Elpida and supported by Google, focusing on enhancing media literacy among seniors. This year’s theme, ‘AI Hands-On,’ emphasized the opportunity for participants to try and explore various AI tools firsthand over two days. The event opened with a panel discussion moderated by Filip Titlbach, featuring leading figures in AI research and practice, such as Václav Moravec (journalist and educator), Lenka Kučerová (Prg.ai), Petr Gongala (Demagog.cz), and Ondřej Hrách (Aignos). This year also saw the introduction of the new ‘AI Senior Expert Group,’ which actively explores AI tools to uncover practical applications for older adults in daily life. Both Transitions and Elpida have successfully challenged myths about how seniors spend their free time and their relationship with technology, proving that older adults are eager to engage with modern advancements. The event also featured specialized workshops and a unique program for participants of the SEFTE (Senior Friendly Teacher) Lecturer Academy.