7. Older vs.Younger
Generation
• Technology is foreign to the older generation
• Multi-tasking
• Instant gratification
• Fear
8. Older vs.Younger
Generation
• The unknown
• Interest in technology
• Discovery based learning
9. How often are older adults going
online?
“Computer use among older adults in a
naturally occurring retirement community”
By: Brian D. Carpenter & Sarah Buday
Published in ScienceDirect
10. Statistics:
From 2000 – 2004: Access increased by 47%
for people over the age of 65
In 2003: 20% of older adults have gone online
compared to 65% of younger adults
14. 3.) Among non-users, what are the barriers to use?
And among users, what prevents them from using the
computer as much as they would like?”
15. Strategies for seniors
•Understanding their fears.
•Understanding their needs and interests.
•Motivating them.
•Providing resources and training.
•Involving the younger generation.
16. Strategies for educators
•Understanding the mindset of the digital
native.
•Providing training for teachers.
•Supplying appropriate resources in the
classroom.
•Discussion boards, forums and resources for
teachers.