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Smartphone classes may help seniors navigate the digital world

NCT ID NCT07693582

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Akdeniz University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a structured, classroom-based smartphone training program can improve digital literacy and confidence in adults aged 60 and older who are part of a lifelong-learning program. Participants attend 12 sessions over six weeks, learning to use their own Android smartphones. The study compares those who receive the training immediately with a wait-list group that continues usual activities, measuring changes in digital skills and self-efficacy before, after, and three months later.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Structured smartphone-based digital literacy training
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help older adults gain confidence and skills with smartphones, potentially improving their access to digital services and social connections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, non-randomized study with 140 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The training requires regular attendance and may not suit everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

140 people

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Started

Apr 2025

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 60 years or older * Enrolled in the Akdeniz University 60+ Refresher (Tazelenme) University programme * Owns and regularly uses an smartphone * Able to attend the scheduled training sessions * Provides written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive, visual, or hearing impairment that would prevent participation in the training

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Conditions

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Literacy

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Aging Literacy Literacy-language intervention Older adults (60 - 85 years old)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Akdeniz University 60+ Tazelenme University

    Antalya, 07070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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