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- Older adults, particularly those over 65, may need more training in technology due to less experience compared to younger people.
- A study with 113 participants aged 65 to 85 revealed a strong interest in additional training, especially for specific tech tasks.
- Participants preferred self-training methods, like using text materials or manuals, and had specific ideas about who should lead the training sessions.
Article Abstract
Older adults may benefit from using technology in their everyday lives. However, adults over 65 may need more training than their younger counterparts given they have had less experience with technology. In this study, 113 adults between the ages of 65 and 85 participated in focus group interviews discussing their training needs and preferences for technology items used in the home. Participants expressed an interest in receiving additional training, particularly for specific tasks. Participants also discussed preferences for various characteristics of training, such as who should conduct the training and for their preferred method of training. One of the most frequently discussed preferences was for self-training using text materials, such as a manual.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4192712 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/154193120805202603 | DOI Listing |
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