Designing Technology for an Aging Population

What is it about?

As the global population is becoming more reliant on digital technology, the percentage of adults over 55 is growing quickly, especially in the developed world. But many older people experience age-related changes that impact their ability to use digital technology, leading to experiences that are difficult, frustrating, and off-putting. Companies, nonprofits, government agencies, and infrastructure providers are increasingly motivated to make digital products and online services that are accessible to this large segment of the population. This tutorial is based on the book Designing User Interfaces for an Aging Population, by Jeff Johnson and Kate Finn.

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Why is it important?

The world’s population is aging, especially in developed countries. The audience for most websites and apps includes older adults, so most websites and apps should be designed to accommodate older adults.