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Globalized e-learning cultural challenges /

"This book's purpose is to inform educators and instructional designers of issues and cultural misunderstandings that could hinder the effective transfer of knowledge when e-learning is exported to other cultures. Addressing these cultural challenges will enhance the effectiveness of e-lea...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Edmundson, Andrea, 1955-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Hershey, PA : Information Science Pub., [2007]
Subjects:
Virtual reality in education > Cross-cultural studies.
Internet in education > Cross-cultural studies.
Distance education > Computer-assisted instruction > Cross-cultural studies.
Multicultural education > Computer-assisted instruction.
Intercultural communication.
Online Access:Table of contents
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Summary:"This book's purpose is to inform educators and instructional designers of issues and cultural misunderstandings that could hinder the effective transfer of knowledge when e-learning is exported to other cultures. Addressing these cultural challenges will enhance the effectiveness of e-learning, thereby supporting the societal benefits of increased access to education at a global level"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:xiv, 357 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:1599043017 (hardcover : alk. paper)
1599043025 (softcover : alk. paper)
1599043033 (ebook : alk. paper)