Human factors and aging: A 20-year retrospective and prospective from CREATE researchers. (December 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Rogers, Wendy A.; Czaja, Sara J.; Charness, Neil; Boot, Walter R.; Sharit, Joseph
• Is Part Of: Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society ... Annual Meeting. Volume 64:Part 1(2020)
• Page Start: 23
• Page End: 26
• Publication Date: 2020-12
• Subjects: Human engineering -- Congresses; 620.8205
• DOI: 10.1177/1071181320641006
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1541-9312

Abstract

The Center for Research and Education on Aging and Technology Enhancement (CREATE) was founded in 1999 and is funded by the National Institute on Aging (National Institutes of Health; PO1 AG017211). This interdisciplinary team of psychologists and engineers focuses on design and deployment of technology with aging adults. In this panel session, we will provide an overview of CREATE research in the domains of health, leisure, work, and social engagement. We will discuss current and emerging technologies. CREATE research has provided insights about the needs and preferences of older adults; design requirements for successful technology support; the necessity of proper instruction and training; and the value of technology tools for all facets of life. This interdisciplinary collaboration has generated evidence-based guidelines for designing, training, and deploying technology to enhance quality of life. Time will be provided for general audience discussion regarding future directions and challenges for design of emerging technologies.