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To synthesize literature comparing the attitudes toward and abilities with computers between older and younger adults to inform effective technology training strategies.

November 25, 2008British Journal of Educational Technology

Comparison of older and younger adults' attitudes towards and abilities with computers: Implications for training and learning

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TBTimothy R. BroadyUNSW Sydney ACAmy ChanUniversity of Wollongong PCPeter CaputiUniversity of Wollongong

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Literature review reveals shared technology acceptance factors across age groups, suggesting training adaptations benefit older learners.

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To synthesize literature comparing the attitudes toward and abilities with computers between older and younger adults to inform effective technology training strategies.
Literature review analyzing published evidence on age-related differences and similarities in computer adoption, attitudes, and digital skill acquisition.
Similar core factors govern technology acceptance and attitude development in both older and younger cohorts.
Older individuals acquire computer skills effectively under instructional approaches aligned with those used for younger learners, provided they are given extra learning time and supportive instruction.

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Broady et al. (2008) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69dff9202833447a7e255c7a https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8535.2008.00914.x

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