Role of information technology in older adult learning

Author: Timmermann, Sandra

Abstract:

This issue of the journal is entitled 'Using learning to meet the challenges of older adulthood', edited by James C. Fisher and May Alice Wolf.

In this article, Timmermann addresses what we already know about older learners and information technology, describes some exemplary programs, discusses the potential and the limitations of using computer technology for older adult learning, and considers future trends.

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Subjects: Lifelong learning; Adult and community education; Research; Policy; Technology; Demographics; Teaching and learning; Management

Keywords: Adult education; Educational research; Educational policy; Learning process; Computer assisted instruction; Older people; Education and training needs; Educational program; Planning of education and training

Geographic subjects: North America; United States

Published: San Francisco, California: Jossey-Bass, 1998

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Journal title: New directions for adult and continuing education

Journal number: 77

Journal date: Spring 1998

Pages: pp.61-71

ISSN: 1052-2891

Resource type: Article

Call Number:
TD/INT 59.132