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• The impact of some elements of digitisation and education for the elderly - before the quarantine situation

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  Ágnes Bene

  Marianna Móré

  Júlia Zombory

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  944

  Digitalisation is one of the most important elements of the changes of the 21st century. The study describes the social impact of some areas of digitalisation, especially for the older generations. Beyond the health aspects there are two areas - the supporting power of the community and the fight against loneliness - which give the core of the social importance of the innovative solutions in Hungary.

• Work Inequalities in Later Life Redefined by Digitalisation - Introduction of the COST Action DIGI-net

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  Martina Rasticová

  Clary Krekula

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  128

  The COST Action CA21107, titled "Work Inequalities in Later Life Redefined by Digitalization (DIGI-net)," is an interdisciplinary initiative aimed at exploring the impact of digitalization on work inequalities faced by older workers. As digital transformation reshapes labor markets, it creates unique challenges and opportunities for individuals in later stages of their careers. DIGI-net investigates how digitalization influences employment conditions, career development, and work-life balance for older workers, with particular attention to disparities across gender, socioeconomic status, and cultural contexts.

• Applied Digital Well-being Programme in the library

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  Mónika Beck-Zaja

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  107

  Thanks to the Digital Wellbeing Programme, the Vachott Sándor Library in Gyöngyös has been running a digital assistance service (Smart Grandma's Club) since 2018, which aims to help the older generation learn the basics of IT, how to use computers, the internet, word processing and smartphones. (Kápolnai, 2022) The results of the research programme "Older people as ICT learners" ÚNKP-23-3 conducted here have confirmed the relevance of digital competence development for older people, the areas of use, the possibilities for effective learning through the conscious use of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) devices, and the current device and network access data. 
  In addition to factually identifying the areas of use of ICT devices by older people, a learning motivation chart for the development of digital competence in old age was prepared in the framework of the project ÚNKP-23-3.
  Further gerontological research confirms that older people who are mobile, active, open, and who maintain or even enrich their social contacts can expect a more fulfilling old age. Creativity, intelligence and literacy do not necessarily or uniformly decline with age. The degradation of neurons during the ageing process can be compensated by strengthening and renewing the connections between them through learning (Bene-Móré-Zombory, 2020).Learning is one of the most effective ways to stay active in old age (Bene, 2017). 
  Successful learning in old age depends on the unity of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, which, alongside social integration, contributes to maintaining and improving active life.
  The importance of digital literacy in old age is widespread. However, in addition to digital skills, flexibility, autonomy and problem-solving competence can also contribute to the future effective management of older people's lives and even their work (Kristóf-Győri, 2021).
  Digital competence development can create a bridge between generations and social classes, "knowledge" can be available to anyone. Still, in old age, motivation is a prerequisite for a successful learning process.
  The current study is supported by the ÚNKP-23-3 New National Excellence Program of The Ministry for Culture and Innovation from the source of the National Research, Development and Innovation Fund.

• Adult education on digital, health and data literacy for citizen empowerment: the TRIO project

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  Natália Machado

  Carina Dantas

  Joana Vieira

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  192

  Older adults often live with chronic conditions for extended periods, leading them to make daily decisions about managing their illnesses, including lifestyle choices, diet, and medications (Alqahtani &, 2022). Even before the rapid growth of digital health, this was already a challenge they faced. However, the swift expansion of digital health has introduced certain advancements that have somewhat eased health management for caregivers and older adults. On the other hand, while digital health literacy empowers individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles, people in vulnerable conditions, which often includes older adults (Jung , et al., 2022), namely those with limited socioeconomic resources, encounter difficulties in keeping up with technological progress.