Seniors Use of Social Media

Jacqueline Blake; Don Kerr

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Seniors Use of Social Media

Jacqueline Blake and Don Kerr

Proceedings of the 24th Asia-Pacific Decision Science Institute International Conference (APDSI), pp.220-229

Asia-Pacific Decision Science Institute International Conference (APDSI), 24th (Brisbane, Australia, 15-Jul-2019–18-Jul-2019)

Asia Pacific Decision Sciences Institute

2019

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Abstract

Information Systems

loneliness

social isolation

synchronous/asynchronous communications

This research looks at the use of two modes of Internet enabled communications using three social media platforms to help counter social isolation and loneliness amongst the elderly. Synchronous and asynchronous modes of communication were used using two established platforms (Skype and Facebook) and one platform specifically developed for the research. This developed platform was called Seniors online conversation space (SOCS). There were 21 participants who were over 65 and were placed within a social media usage group based upon a self-selected level of computer skill. The participants had a pre and post interview, as a result of these interviews seven themes were identified. They were training preferences, enjoyment benefit, shared interests, connection, sharing, technology and rate of change, security and motivation.

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Title: Seniors Use of Social Media
Authors: Jacqueline Blake (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - USC Business School
Don Kerr (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - USC Business School
Contributors: Jacqueline Blake (Editor)
Shah J Miah (Editor)
Luke Houghton (Editor)
Don Kerr (Editor)
Publication details: Proceedings of the 24th Asia-Pacific Decision Science Institute International Conference (APDSI), pp.220-229
Conference details: Asia-Pacific Decision Science Institute International Conference (APDSI), 24th (Brisbane, Australia, 15-Jul-2019–18-Jul-2019)
Publisher: Asia Pacific Decision Sciences Institute
Date published: 2019
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; USC Business School - Legacy; School of Science, Technology and Engineering
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450832402621
Output Type: Conference paper
Research Statement: false

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