Teens teach adults digital skills to upgrade their daily routines

Washington, D.C. (November 14, 2025) – In a world where so many tasks rely on broadband and technology, it’s Connected Nation’s (CN) goal to make sure everyone is equipped essential digital skills. That’s why CN supports groups of teens dedicated to teaching adults how basic technology skills can be used in their lives beyond work and school.

This amazing work is possible through CN’s Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T program. In these workshops, the teens take charge and share their digital knowledge with adults of all ages.

The teens belonging to Mountain Home Public Library’s team, MHPL Teens Teaching Tech, have been breaking barriers by teaching adult digital skills that can transform their daily routines.

The team from Moscow, Idaho has held many workshops in the past, with their most recent workshop taking place October 25. Their team mentor, Jessica Mann, says the teens have done a great deal for their community in Moscow.

"The MHPL Teens Teaching Tech Program has been such a wonderful asset to those in our community that struggle with their smartphones and computers,” Mann said.

Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T workshops are focused on the basics, with program options such as Internet Basics, Computer Basics, Internet Safety, Email Basics, Mobile Device Basics, and Videoconferencing.

“What our class has that makes it better than standard tech classes is the chill energy our teen brings that makes everyone feel comfortable,” she said. “Our classes are not about creating tech experts.”

The classes are instead about teaching adults how to use technology in their everyday life. Participants learn how to stay connected with their families through messaged pictures or silly emojis. They learn how to customize their devices, such as making a picture of their pet as their screen saver.

Participants find out how to get apps that give discounts from local grocery stores and learn how to text their spouse a picture of the shopping list they forgot on the counter. They also learn important safety tips, such as how to safely scroll the internet and not be afraid to open a Zoom link.

“This helped me tremendously and I am anxious for more similar classes,” said a class participant.

But these classes aren’t only valuable for the participants. The teens build their own skills with every class they teach, furthering their ability to succeed in future careers.

“For our teens, the classes have built their public speaking skills, helping them to slow their speech and better project their words confidently,” Mann said. “The classes have also noticeably improved their ability to communicate directions clearly which, I imagine, will benefit them for the rest of their life."

Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T is helping teens and adults everywhere build their communication and digital skills. If you are interested in bringing this program to your community, click here!