Web-Based Learning and Cultural Interference: Perspectives of Arab Students

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Akinyemi, A. (2003). Web-Based Learning and Cultural Interference: Perspectives of Arab Students. In A. Rossett (Ed.), Proceedings of World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2003 (pp. 1858-1862). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Conference Information

World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (ELEARN) 2003
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
2003
ISBN 1-880094-50-9
  Allison Rossett
AACE

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Author

Adekunle Akinyemi, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman

Abstract

Traditions, cultural values and idiosyncrasies all play a veritable part in every society. Educational choice and practice are thus intricately tied to socio-cultural trends and issues. A society's physical and geographical locations may further promote the extent to which these socio-cultural factors become significant in educational matters. The Arab and Gulf countries have some rich cultures and religious beliefs, which may be violated seriously in the light of the current trends in virtual learning. This paper examines the perspectives of some Arab students on Web-based learning and possible cultural interference. Should or can there be an `Arabised Elearning System`? Will a unique practice in virtual learning not affect the quality and universality of global education? Our research results are yielding evidences of the need for further research in this area.

Keywords

• Culture
• Physical Education

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