Biographical Patterns for Technology Use in Older Adults - A Case Study.

This qualitative study aims to display a case of 80-year-old Mrs. Blade and her attitude towards technology and education. A biographic-narrative interview with PZI questions was conducted. The approach of reconstructing narrative identity was used for step-by-step analysis. After a brief explanation of Mrs. Blade’s biography, the case itself will be portrayed. Biographical aspects regarding education and technology will be shown. Results yielded that fear of mis-takes prevent Mrs. Blade to further using or engaging with technology. However, high educational interest may serve as an amplifier of technology use. Additionally, contextual conditions may force individuals to interact with technological devices.