Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population. Design, Interaction and Technology Acceptance

The 8th International Conference on Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population,ITAP 2022,was held as part of HCI International 2022,with 75 papers focusing on designing for and with older users,technology acceptance and user experience,use of social media and games,and applications supporting health,wellbeing,communication,social participation,and everyday activities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 673 pages
Publication date: 24 May 2022
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

The 8th International Conference on Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population,ITAP 2022, was held as part of the 24th International Conference,HCI International 2022, in a virtual event during June-July 2022. This comprehensive two-volume set serves as the official refereed proceedings of the conference. ITAP 2022 featured a total of 75 insightful papers, each dedicated to exploring various aspects related to designing for and with older users, technology acceptance and user experience among older individuals, the utilization of social media and games by the aging population, as well as applications supporting health, well-being, communication, social participation, and everyday activities.

The papers in this collection are organized into six topical sub-headings:

Part I: Aging, Design, and Gamification explores the intersection of aging, design, and gamification, shedding light on innovative approaches to enhance the user experience for older adults.

Mobile, Wearable, and Multimodal Interaction for Aging delves into the latest technologies and methodologies for designing mobile and wearable devices that cater to the unique needs and preferences of older users.

Aging, Social Media, and Digital Literacy examines the role of social media and digital literacy in empowering older adults to stay connected, engaged, and informed in the digital age.

Technology Acceptance and Adoption: Barriers and Facilitators for Older Adults explores the challenges and facilitators faced by older adults in adopting and utilizing technology, highlighting strategies to promote technology adoption and accessibility.

Part II: Intelligent Environment for Daily Activities Support focuses on developing intelligent environments that assist older individuals in performing daily activities with greater ease and independence.

Health and Wellbeing Technologies for the Elderly explores the latest technologies and solutions aimed at improving the health and well-being of older adults, including wearable devices, telehealth services, and assistive technologies.

Aging, Communication, and Social Interaction examines the challenges and opportunities associated with aging, communication, and social interaction among older individuals, highlighting innovative approaches to enhance social engagement and support.

In conclusion, the 8th International Conference on Human Aspects of IT for the Aged Population, ITAP 2022, through its diverse and insightful papers, contributed to advancing knowledge and understanding of the role of technology in supporting the well-being and inclusion of older individuals in our society. The proceedings of this conference provide valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry professionals working in the field of aging technology, enabling them to develop innovative solutions and strategies to address the unique needs and challenges of the aging population.

Weight: 1062g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031055805
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022