Computer use among elderly people.
Journal Article (Review;Journal Article)
This study investigates the literature on the state of knowledge on computer use among elderly people. Results of this review suggest that benefits may ensue if computer use is advocated. Functional limitations secondary to visual, hearing, and mobility changes; financial inadequacy; and cognitive limitation related to memory use are identified as barriers that may inhibit this population from learning how to use the computer. Methods and techniques dealing with these barriers are presented. Finally, teaching strategies that may be implemented to facilitate the learning process among elderly population on computer use are discussed and elucidated.
Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Hendrix, CC
Published Date
- March 2000
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 18 / 2
Start / End Page
- 62 - 68
PubMed ID
- 10740912
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0736-8593
Language
- eng