Author Information
Lavina Nagpal, Columbia University, United StatesAbstract
This research explores the digital learning preferences of aging populations aged 50 years and older, focusing on their diverse learning styles, the challenges they encounter, and the implications for educational practices and policies. With the growing integration of digital tools in education, comprehending older adults' interactions with digital learning is pivotal for developing equitable and efficient educational approaches. The study employs a mixed methods approach to gather comprehensive insights into the topic. Quantitative surveys are administered to a diverse sample of older adults to capture broad trends in digital learning preferences and styles. Concurrently, qualitative interviews provide nuanced perspectives, allowing participants to articulate their experiences, challenges, and preferences in their own words. Preliminary findings indicate a diversity of digital learning styles among older adults, influenced by factors such as prior technological experience, openness to tech, educational background, and personal learning preferences. While some older learners embrace digital platforms enthusiastically, others exhibit hesitancy or skepticism due to perceived complexities or concerns about privacy and security. Research findings contribute to the broader discussions on lifelong learning and digital inclusion. As digital technology is ever-changing, our learning models must incorporate the evolving needs of the aging population. Ultimately, fostering digital inclusion for older adults is not merely about access to technology but about creating meaningful learning opportunities that promote engagement, empowerment, lifelong learning, mental and emotional well-being, and the overall quality of life in this "age of technology".
Paper Information
Conference: AGen2025Stream: Entrepreneurship/Silver Economy
This paper is part of the AGen2025 Conference Proceedings (View)
Full Paper
View / Download the full paper in a new tab/window
To cite this article:
Nagpal L. (2025) Digital Learning Preferences: Aging in the Age of Technology ISSN: 2432-4183 The Asian Conference on Aging & Gerontology 2025: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 1-8) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2432-4183.2025.1
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2432-4183.2025.1
Comments
Powered by WP LinkPress