Essays about: "Senior citizen"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words Senior citizen.

1. 1. Facing the digital divide in E-stonia: A field study on the inclusion of senior citizens in the digital society of Estonia

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för strategisk kommunikation

   Author : Karolina Boyoli; [2022]
   Keywords : Estonia; e-Government; e-Governance; digital literacy; digital exclusion; digital inclusion; digitalization; senior citizens; strategic communication.; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : With the vast processes of digitalization and digitization taking place in many countries in the world, the small northeastern European country Estonia has managed to make incredible advancements in the field of technology and in creating a digital society. Today, the most digitized country and government in the world provides a vast majority of governmental services online, presents the most unicorns per capita in the world and is establishing digital embassies. READ MORE

3. 2. Senior and the City

   University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

   Author : Rosanna Novo; [2022]
   Keywords : Senior citizen; Public space; City; the Flower fund; Södermalm;

   Abstract : Senior and the City investigate the question; what does it mean to age with dignity in the city? With recent years of pandemic precautions, as senior citizens were subdivided into a high-index group, a greater focus was set upon their living conditions due to the protection. The protective isolation bore discussions about loneliness and the value of social contact arose. READ MORE

4. 3. Can administrative autonomy be enough? Experiences of administrative autonomy as a political and administrative asset in a Swedish municipality

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Leticia Tusemererwa; [2020]
   Keywords : Administrative autonomy; discretion; political control; trust-based governance; Östra Göinge; Sweden; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : The struggle of power between politicians and civil servants in relation to introduction of different administrative reforms have always been a hot topic, specifically in issues to do with delegation of administrative autonomy from a political to administrative level. Advocates of administrative autonomy argue that administrative autonomy is a good administrative reform that spikes performance, trust and a more citizen-oriented governance as it allows professionals- senior civil servants- to use their knowledge and skills which are valuable for boosting motivation and quality. READ MORE

5. 4. Aging-in-place with ICT : A qualitative study of senior citizen users’ perception and acceptance towards Smart home technology

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för informatik (IK)

   Author : Magdalena Gudmundsson; [2017]
   Keywords : Smart home technology; aging-in-place; Information and Communication Technology ICT ; senior citizen; assistance technology; user acceptance; E-health; UTAUT2;

   Abstract : This is a qualitative, interpretive research study of how six senior citizens’ aged 70-85 describe their use and need of Smart home technology for their independent living and welfare. Data was collected through technology probing and interviews. Data analysis was done using a thematic method. READ MORE

6. 5. NavMem UI Development

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovation

   Author : Petter Bergeling; [2015]
   Keywords : Smartphones; Navigation; NavMem; EU project; Iterative Design Process; User-driven; User-centered; Prototyping; Design for Elderly; Usability; User Interface; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : The elderly population within the European Union is growing where as the amount of caregivers is not. The objective of the NavMem project is to make older citizens more self-sufficient and confident specifically while traveling on foot. This could potentially lead to a more active and social life while decreasing the need of senior citizen care. READ MORE