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Bridging the Digital Divide for Rural Older Adults by Family Intergenerational Learning: A Classroom Case in a Rural Primary School in China

Hao Cheng, Keyi Lyu, Jiacheng Li, Hoiyan Shiu · 2021 · International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Summary. Rural older adults in China struggle with digital literacy due to formal training programs that ignore their individual needs. This study tested family intergenerational learning, where grandchildren taught grandparents digital skills at home. Over three months, ten grandparent-grandchild pairs participated. Results show the approach successfully helped older adults gain digital knowledge, improve skills, adopt new lifestyles, and understand technology's role in society. Grandchildren also developed awareness of lifelong learning and responsibility toward elders.

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Cheng, H., Lyu, K., Li, J., & Shiu, H.. (2021). Bridging the Digital Divide for Rural Older Adults by Family Intergenerational Learning: A Classroom Case in a Rural Primary School in China. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19010371

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DOI
10.3390/ijerph19010371
Countries
China
Regions
Asia
Categories
broadband-and-digital, education
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2026-04-28