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Exploring Digital Literacy Among Community- Dwelling Older Adults

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Last updated: 28 Dec 2024

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Digital literacy is becoming increasingly important for older adults as more services and information transition online. Having strong digital skills can help seniors stay connected to family and friends, manage their health, and access important resources .Objective: This study aimed to explore digital literacy among community- dwelling older adults. Setting: The study was conducted at two older adult clubs, namely : AL Wafa Club , and AL Hayaht and AL Amal Club in Alexandria , Egypt . Design and Sample: A descriptive research design was used. A convenience sample of ninety older adults were included in the study .Tools: Four tools were used by the researchers . Results: The study findings indicate 44.4% of the study subjects possess a high level of digital literacy , a significant relations were found between digital literacy and levels of education, the residential area , living conditions, occupation before retirement , type of digital communication technology devices used, the starting time of using digital devices , the rate of utilizing these devices, and the availability of internet connection.. Whereas , there is no statically significant relation was found between digital literacy and gender , age , marital status, current work status, sufficiency of income , and the presence of chronic diseases. Conclusion: Less than half of the study subjects demonstrated a high level of digital literacy, particularly in areas such as performing basic device functions, engaging in entertainment activities, utilizing the internet, troubleshooting technical issues, managing software, and maintaining privacy. Recommendations: There is a need for targeted interventions and educational programs to address these areas of low digital literacy in older adults and improve overall proficiency.

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10.21608/asalexu.2024.361332

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Digital Literacy, community dwelling older adults, technology, Digital technology

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Ali Hafez

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Gerontological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University

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Mohamed El-Sayed El-sheikh

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Gerontological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University

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Abd El Fattah Ibrahim

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Gerontological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University

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youssef Gaid

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Gerontological Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria University

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26

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48569

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2024-06-01

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2024-06-22

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2024-06-01

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186

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197

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1687-3858

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Alexandria Scientific Nursing Journal

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Exploring Digital Literacy Among Community- Dwelling Older Adults

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28 Dec 2024