In the Intermediate 2 Final Project, students worked with an older adult on discussing the contents for a StoryMap, in which they address the following question(s) and trying to come up with possible initatives or solutions: 1. What are the most pressing issues for the community the older adults live in? (Accessibility? Technology? Age poverty?) 2. What are the most pressing issues for the community the students live in? (Diversity? Student housing? Student loans? DREAMERS program?)
StoryMap 1: “Technologie über Generationen hinweg”(Technology across Generations) This StoryMap spotlights intergenerational technology use. Further, it discusses social media use in young adults and how the world is ever evolving to “smart” technology. It also highlights the importance of safe technology, technology use in the older generation, and accessibility in technology.
StoryMap 2: “Probleme in Boston und Deutschland”(Problems in Boston and Germany) This StoryMap analyzes the difference of gentrification in Boston and in Berlin. Further, it compares affordable housing in Hamburg versus Boston. Additionally, the StoryMap exemplifies the differences in German and American public transportation.
StoryMap 3: “Wie Deutschland das Leben älterer Menschen verbessert”(How Germany is improving the lives of older adults) This StoryMap showcases how younger generations can improve the lives of the older adults' generation. Examples include organizations, older adult support groups, intergenerational and intercultural exchanges with universities as well as tips and tricks for the older adults' generation.