Computer Information Sciences Views on Community Services and Computer literacy

摘要

The main purpose was to investigate computer literacy on integrating community-based education in the computer science programmes. Older citizens feel isolated and sometimes lose their urge to live because they find difficulty in connecting with society and the latest development. Thus, their quality of life cannot be defined in terms of physical and mental health. This research tried to find out the benefits of computer literacy like being able to use online shopping, online banking, internet etc, for senior citizens in rural areas. For this, the researchers collected data from senior citizen to get an idea if they are really interested in such classes. Moreover, the researcher carried out an interview with Marketing and Community Relation Head at one of the prestigious universities in the UAE. The competencies like interpersonal relationships, establishing identity, purpose, integrity etc. are proven to enhance by community learning among students. The data collected resulted in stating community services to make senior citizens aware and efforts to improve their quality of life are beneficial in many ways.