Applying PBL Model to Technological Learning Strategies for Older Adults.

With the aim of integrating the concepts of PBL learning philosophies and learning communities, this study discussed and worked out a technological teaching strategy suitable for older adults. It was expected that this study could explore and deepen the learning experience of older adults through personally experiencing the situation and through problem exchange to assist them in improving their technological literacy and the ability to learn independently. This study held a participatory workshop and invited 18 older adults to participate in a technological learning course to further probe into the learning effectiveness and the opinions of older adults. This study showed that when learning in technological courses, the participants had great individual differences, were interest- and practical-oriented, had a lack of self-confidence, had a community effect, and had requirements for immediate discussion and assistance. Assisted by two kinds of PBL models, the participants received significant positive effects on the desire for technical learning, the perceived usefulness, and their psychological well-being. Moreover, the participants also had the thought and motivation to continue pursuing independent learning.