Getting older Quote by Toomas Hendrik Ilves
“If getting young people computer-literate through putting school systems online is a no-brainer, at least in retrospect, getting older people and those in rural areas online can be a tougher nut to crack.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Digital Inclusion Address, 2012
Digital literacy for youth is easy; extending it to older and rural populations is harder but essential.
In simple terms: Teaching kids online is simple; helping elders and rural folks is tougher.
Key Takeaway
Invest in inclusive digital training.
Themes
digital inclusion
education
age
rural
technology
Mood
optimistic
concerned
Type
policy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- schools
- community centers
- senior programs
- rural broadband
Key Concepts
digital divide
lifelong learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we overcome connectivity gaps?
- What methods engage older learners best?
A Different Perspective
Resources and infrastructure may be lacking.
