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Tecnología y envejecimiento

Vicente Traver Salcedo, Zoe Valero Ramón, Manuel Traver Salcedo, and Antonio Martínez Millana

Este curso en línea proporciona comprensión en el proceso de evaluación de la usabilidad de las tecnologías y la satisfacción de las personas mayores para comprobar que las tecnologías proporcionadas son las adecuadas para la persona.
El curso de tecnologías proporciona estudios de casos prácticos para ganar confianza en escenarios reales. Está dirigido a cuidadores para que adquieran el conocimiento y la comprensión de las tecnologías que deben proporcionar a las personas mayores en función de sus necesidades con respecto a las tareas y actividades

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Este curso en línea proporciona comprensión en el proceso de evaluación de la usabilidad de las tecnologías y la satisfacción de las personas mayores para comprobar que las tecnologías proporcionadas son las adecuadas para la persona.
El curso de tecnologías proporciona estudios de casos prácticos para ganar confianza en escenarios reales. Está dirigido a cuidadores para que adquieran el conocimiento y la comprensión de las tecnologías que deben proporcionar a las personas mayores en función de sus necesidades con respecto a las tareas y actividades

What you'll learn

  • Comprender y describir la disminución del rendimiento del envejecimiento y las funciones de la vida diaria afectadas
  • Proporcionar tecnologías a las personas mayores en funcion de sus necesidades con respecto a tareas o actividades
  • Evaluarla usabilidad de estas tecnologías dirigidas a personas mayores
  • Evaluar la satisfacción de las personas mayores con respecto a estas tecnologías
  • Comprobar que las tecnologías proporcionadas coinciden con la persona

What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Comprender y describir la disminución del rendimiento del envejecimiento y las funciones de la vida diaria afectadas
  • Proporcionar tecnologías a las personas mayores en funcion de sus necesidades con respecto a tareas o actividades
  • Evaluarla usabilidad de estas tecnologías dirigidas a personas mayores
  • Evaluar la satisfacción de las personas mayores con respecto a estas tecnologías
  • Comprobar que las tecnologías proporcionadas coinciden con la persona

Syllabus

Semana 1. Dificultades de la vida diaria de los adultos mayores Semana 2. Tecnologías asistenciales para las personas mayores: impacto en las diferentes funciones y dimensiones de la vida Semana 3. Métodos para que los cuidadores seleccionen la herramienta apropiada para cada adulto mayor

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Examines the impact of assistive technologies on the lives of seniors, providing valuable insights for caregivers
Explores methods for evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies designed for seniors, empowering caregivers to make informed choices
Provides practical case studies to enhance caregivers' understanding and confidence in selecting technologies that meet the specific needs of seniors
Applies an interdisciplinary approach, combining gerontology and technology to address the challenges and opportunities of aging
Taught by experts in the field of gerontology and technology, ensuring the delivery of up-to-date and evidence-based information

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Tecnología y envejecimiento with these activities:
Revise basics of hardware and software technologies
Revising hardware and software concepts will help you understand the impact of technologies on the elderly's daily life.
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  • Review notes or textbooks on hardware and software components.
  • Practice identifying different hardware and software components.
Review topics in a book about user interface principles
Reviewing books on design increases familiarity with principles involved in user interface and usability
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  • Obtain a physical or digital copy of an up-to-date book on user interface design principles.
  • Read the book, taking notes and highlighting important passages.
  • Complete exercises or activities provided in the book to practice applying the principles.
Watch video tutorials on the latest assistive technology for seniors
Understanding assistive technology enhances knowledge of how to choose appropriate technology for supporting seniors
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  • Search for reputable sources that provide video tutorials on assistive technology for seniors.
  • Watch the tutorials, taking notes on the different technologies and their benefits.
  • Consider how this technology could benefit the seniors you care for.
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Join a discussion group with other caregivers to share experiences and support
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  • Research and find online or in-person discussion groups for caregivers of seniors.
  • Join the group and actively participate in discussions, sharing your experiences and seeking support.
  • Listen to others' experiences and offer support and encouragement.
Complete online exercises on usability testing
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  • Find a reputable website or platform that offers online exercises on usability testing.
  • Complete the exercises carefully, paying attention to the instructions and feedback provided.
  • Review your results and identify areas where you can improve your skills.
Develop a plan for implementing assistive technology for a specific senior
Creating a customized plan reinforces understanding of how to apply assistive technology in real-world scenarios
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  • Gather information about the senior's needs, challenges, and daily routine.
  • Research and identify appropriate assistive technologies that address the identified needs.
  • Develop a step-by-step plan for implementing the technologies, including training and support.

Career center

Learners who complete Tecnología y envejecimiento will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Assistive Technology Specialist
Assistive Technology Specialists help individuals with disabilities use technology to improve their independence and quality of life. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Assistive Technology Specialists better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Geriatrician
Geriatricians are physicians who specialize in the care of older adults. They may be involved in providing medical care, as well as developing and implementing policies and programs that address the needs of older adults. This course can help Geriatricians better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges.
Geriatric Care Manager
Geriatric Care Managers provide support and assistance to older adults and their families. They may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. This course can help Geriatric Care Managers better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Social Worker
Social Workers provide support and assistance to individuals and families who are facing challenges. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Social Workers better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologists work with individuals to improve their communication skills. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Speech-Language Pathologists better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologists provide therapy and counseling to individuals who are experiencing mental health challenges. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Clinical Psychologists better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Public Health Nurse
Public Health Nurses work to improve the health of communities. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Public Health Nurses better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Health Educator
Health Educators work to promote healthy behaviors and lifestyles. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Health Educators better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses provide care to individuals in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Registered Nurses better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Occupational Therapist
An Occupational Therapist helps individuals achieve independence in everyday activities. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Occupational Therapists better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapists work with individuals to improve their mobility and function. Their clients may include older adults who are experiencing difficulties due to aging. This course can help Physical Therapists better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
User Experience Researcher
User Experience Researchers work to improve the usability and satisfaction of products and services. Their clients may include companies that develop technologies for older adults. This course can help User Experience Researchers better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Product Designer
Product Designers create and develop products that meet the needs of users. Their clients may include companies that develop technologies for older adults. This course can help Product Designers better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. Their clients may include companies that develop technologies for older adults. This course can help Software Engineers better understand the challenges faced by older adults and how technology can be used to address these challenges. It can also help them develop skills in evaluating the usability and satisfaction of technologies for older adults.
Data Scientist
Data Scientists analyze data to identify trends and patterns. Their clients may include companies that develop technologies for older adults. This course may be useful for Data Scientists who are interested in developing technologies that are tailored to the needs of older adults.

Reading list

We've selected three books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Tecnología y envejecimiento.
Este libro se centra en el uso de las TIC para mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas mayores, proporcionando información sobre tecnologías específicas y su impacto en diferentes áreas.
Un análisis sociológico de la vejez, que brinda contexto y antecedentes sobre los aspectos sociales y culturales que influyen en el uso de la tecnología por parte de las personas mayores.
Este libro explora los desafíos éticos y prácticos de la atención al final de la vida. Cubre temas como la comunicación con los pacientes, la toma de decisiones y la provisión de cuidados compasivos.

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