ArticleBMC public health2025
Analysis of factors influencing digital literacy of rural elderly people-evidence from China.
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- Intrinsic capacity decline and intervention needs among older adults in a rural northern Chinese village: a qualitative study.BMC geriatrics · 2026Article
- Design optimization of health apps for rural older adults: enhancing usability and health effects based on Kano model and SEM method.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Social connectedness and digital literacy in later life: the mediating roles of perceived barriers and social integration.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundTo analyze the factors influencing the digital Literacy of the rural elderly, this study conducted interviews with people aged 60 and above in rural towns in eastern, central, and western China. The study examines the correlation between digital literacy and influencing factors among the elderly.
methodsThe categories of digital literacy and influencing factors were first identified. The study selected digital activities such as digital operations and digital social interactions, along with influencing factors such as education, income, and health status, for correlation analysis.
resultsThe correlation analysis showed that good education, income, and health status are significantly positively correlated with digital literacy.
conclusionMost aspects of digital literacy are significantly positively correlated with educational background, income level, and health status. Therefore, it is important to provide education and training opportunities to improve the digital skills of rural elderly people with low education and income levels. Enhancing social welfare for the rural elderly and improving their economic living standards are crucial. Additionally, more attention to the health status of the rural elderly will help increase their acceptance and usage of digital technology. Improving digital literacy can lead to higher happiness and better quality of life for the rural elderly.
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