Understanding the issue of digital divide among the elderly in Singapore
Technological advancements have enabled many countries to implement digital transformations that aid connectivity, with the end goal of becoming a smart city. As Singapore progresses towards being a digital society, more smart nation initiatives are being rolled out. However, digital illiteracy a...
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| Format: | Final Year Project |
| Language: | English |
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Nanyang Technological University
2022
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| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/10356/158872 |
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| Institution: | Nanyang Technological University |
| Language: | English |
| Summary: | Technological advancements have enabled many countries to implement
digital transformations that aid connectivity, with the end goal of becoming a smart
city. As Singapore progresses towards being a digital society, more smart nation
initiatives are being rolled out. However, digital illiteracy and access to digital
technology can impede the digitalization process. This is especially so for the elderly
as they have less interaction and understanding of technological devices. Given the
importance of digital inclusion within the community, this study seeks to examine the
extent of Singapore’s digital divide by analyzing the usability of smart nation
initiatives among the elderly, specifically healthcare-related ones. The efficacy of
current strategies in managing Singapore’s digital divide and the areas for
improvement will also be explored. |
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