文档介绍：On-line Education and Cross –Cultural Problems (上)
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Abstract
This paper discusses several cultural problems I see with Education. While recognizing the great promise of the as a tool for education and learning, I will discuss some problems that I see in the clash of the cultures of technologists, educators and the various target student groups. In this paper, I will take the liberty to define culture very broadly in some cases, but will basically discuss how I use the to prepare my students for cultural experiences in the United States. I will also discuss how the might be used to teach cultural elements like theater, literature, music, and art. In addition, I will present ideas about how other aspects of culture, munication styles and learning styles may effect on-line distance education. Finally, I will suggest solutions to the various cultural problems I see in on-line education.
Introduction
On-line Education has e the watchword in education today. We are constantly bombarded by headlines like “Schools Promised More PC’s,”“Computers are Essential for Education Today,”“Prime Minister Wants One PC for Each Student by 2010,” and others. However, there are some problems that must be solved if on-line education is to e an effective tool for education equal to that received in a traditional campus based program. I want to outline some of my concerns and my great hope for the future of this new tool of education.
Technologist vs. Traditional Educators
I think we can look at on-line education as a kind of cultural clash between the technologist on the one hand and the traditional educators on the other. The technologist believes that technology will rejuvenate education by reducing time restraints, conquering distance and making it more creative. Furthermore, they believe that all this technology, the PC with panying whistles and gizmos, will really empower the students and make education more student centered an