Comments on: Computers, Older Adults, and Libraries

By: clbean

clbean — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:34:56 +0000

Thanks, JayJay.

You are right. There are a lot more organizations doing this now.

Carol

By: JayJay

JayJay — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 06:21:42 +0000

I am 60 years old and until 4 years ago computers were just used for word processing or playing games. I am one of the fortunate ones that decided to keep up with the modern technology via my children and their children. Make it fun to learn. Learn in small amounts so absorption is not such a big problem. Be daring and try things that may seem daunting to you, but you find out later that it’s really only logic.
There are a lot more organisations nowadays that concentrate on teaching the “oldies” which is great to see – why should the youngsters have all the fun.
I will admit that some elderly won’t accept change and get stuck in their own little ruts and are happy to do so. I say to them, take a look at the new technology – it’s not as hard as it appears.

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By: Brigid Cahalan

Brigid Cahalan — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:02:03 +0000

Hi Carol,
Love the article! I linked to it in a recent post:
http://www.nypl.org/blogs/2009/11/11/digital-native-or-not-learning-computers-later-life
Keep it up,
Brigid

By: clbean

clbean — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 01:45:18 +0000

You’re welcome! Thanks for posting. It’s really nice to know the site is helping someone!

Carol

By: C Brashears

C Brashears — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:04:43 +0000

Thank you for your helpful website. I am working on a Master’s in Adult Education. Your blog is invaluable. I am almost a senior, 54 yrs young, and returned to school when I was 50. I am becoming more literate with the computer but it can be frustrating. Thank you for all your tips and links.