How new electronic music-learning technology can:
1. Enhance communication and creativity in the ageing and disabled population. 
2. Engage and inspire competency amongst groups at risk of exclusion, notably marginalised ageing people. 

We propose a new, user-friendly solution for the disabled ageing population. TMN (Toys Musical Notes) is a proven music-reading method (enjoyable, simple, no required technical proficiency), that helps enhance cognitive expression and creativity. By encouraging participants’ active ICT involvement, we are likely to stimulate their cognitive, creative and motor abilities. This will enrich their emotional and cultural life and could improve their social involvement.

The easily acquired TMN method answers the needs of the disabled ageing population. They yearn to remain active and creative. They enjoy the nostalgia of listening to the music of their younger days and they are often afraid of becoming mentally degenerate. TMN can help the cognitive rehabilitation process or reveal new musical skills (e.g. singing, dancing, composition, etc.) that will inspire heightened mental activity and possibly ease physical limitations.

Expected results will show: 1. A significant reduction in the number of ageing and disabled people experiencing mental and creative degeneration and social exclusion. 2. An increase in the number of ageing and disabled people enjoying an active life of culture and creativity. 3. Enhanced motor involvement and social mobility through participation in creative peer groups with ICT home platform.

We need to develop: a) E-learning technology to implement the TMN method for the ageing population. b) Electronic evaluation tools c) A teacher-training program.

1. Hi-tech companies with experience in developing culture-sensitive, interactive e-Learning tools.

2. Geriatric psychologists/sociologists to conduct and analyze tests in a) creative and musical ability b) social skills

3. Psychologists to research the psychological impact of TMN.

4. Medical researchers to evaluate the impact of TMN on ongoing physical condition.

5. Music educators to work with the ageing population.

6. Translators for the European participant countries.

1. Hi-tech companies. To translate content currently designed for young children into a multi-cultural distance learning program for the ageing population.

2. Geriatric psychologists/sociologists. To prepare different test batteries to evaluate pre and post-intervention integrated with e-Learning tools achievements.

3. Psychologists. To assess the impact of music-based e-Learning tools on analytical, cognitive process and mood changes in the ageing and disabled population

4. Medical researchers. To research the medical, physical impact of e-Learning tools on the ageing and disabled population

5. Music educators. To master the TMN method and use it to rehabilitate and develop the cognitive, creative and social potential of the ageing and disabled population

6. Translators. To translate and adapt the learning and training materials for different countries

1. E-learning Technology Companies

2. Hospitals, Geriatric Rehabilitation Homes, Medical Schools

3. Universities, Music Schools