Difficulties in using information and communication technologies (ICT) are blocking possibilities to
improve the quality of life for many people in their advanced years. The difficulties are particularly
acute in developing countries, some of which have rapidly aging populations. Training in ICT can
help overcome these difficulties, but so far, experiences in provision of this training have been
obtained mainly from developed countries. This paper reviews difficulties that elderly people have in
using computers, and lessons learned on ICT training. Then, it discusses the possibilities of ICT
training for developing countries. ICT training should focus on enhancing the communication
abilities of the elderly, enabling them to search information online, and stimulating their hobbies and
interests. While training organizations such as Universities of the Third Age, community information
centers, ICT associations for seniors, and home teaching have been used, we argue that home
teaching can have merit for elderly people ICT training in developing countries. This paper can help
future empirical research to build comprehensive recommendations regarding developing countries.