RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Janouchová, Eva
A1 Obršálová, Kristýna
T1 Digital Literacy of Seniors in the Context of Third Age Universities
JF e-Pedagogium
YR 2025
VO 24
IS 2
SP 17
OP 26
DO 10.5507/epd.2024.012
UL https://e-pedagogium.upol.cz/en/artkey/epd-202402-0002.php
AB The research project focuses on the issue of education of seniors as an important part of lifelong learning. The paper presents the results of an empirical investigation, the main objective of which was to identify and analyze selected aspects of digital literacy of third age university students and interpret them in the context of the possible use of digital technologies in the institutional education of seniors. In accordance with the specific objectives and characteristics of the research investigation, a mixed research design was chosen. This approach allowed for a combination of qualitative and quantitative methodological strategies, resulting in effective data integration and interpretation. In the pilot phase of the research, a focus group method of data collection was chosen, followed by a questionnaire survey in an effort to contribute to the validity of the research instrument. The results of the investigation yielded concrete recommendations and the identification of strategies for adult education organizers.