Addressing Critical Multiculturalism in Online Education Using a Poly-Framework Approach

2021 ◽  
pp. 468-487
Author(s):  
Srikanta Banerjee ◽  
Jill A. Firtell
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Cultural Dimensions ◽  
Critical Multiculturalism ◽  
Cultural Groups ◽  
Online Student ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Conventional Models

Given the increasing number of available e-learning platforms, individuals are now able to pursue degrees and courses through an online modality. As a result, education has proliferated to include individuals from varying cultural groups, age distributions, and occupational qualifications. With the inclusion of a wide variety of groups, multicultural considerations are critical. However, from a multiculturalist and poststructaralist perspective, conventional models of multiculturalism are considered essentialist and often fastened by tradition rather than dynamic and continuously evolving practices. In this paper, the authors will apply multiculturalism to online education; present a critical perspective; and finally demonstrate a novel, dynamic and adaptable model that uses a poststructuralist viewpoint in order to meet the multicultural needs of the online student of today and possibly tomorrow. This model is derived from the key strengths of the Social Ecological Model, Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, and Kolb's learning styles.

Addressing Critical Multiculturalism in Online Education Using a Poly-Framework Approach

2018 ◽  
pp. 255-279
Author(s):  
Srikanta Banerjee ◽  
Jill A. Firtell
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Cultural Dimensions ◽  
Critical Multiculturalism ◽  
Cultural Groups ◽  
Online Student ◽  
Framework Approach ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Conventional Models

Given the increasing number of available e-learning platforms, individuals are now able to pursue degrees and courses through an online modality. As a result, education has proliferated to include individuals from varying cultural groups, age distributions, and occupational qualifications. With the inclusion of a wide variety of groups, multicultural considerations are critical. However, from a multiculturalist and poststructaralist perspective, conventional models of multiculturalism are considered essentialist and often fastened by tradition rather than dynamic and continuously evolving practices. In this paper, the authors will apply multiculturalism to online education; present a critical perspective; and finally demonstrate a novel, dynamic and adaptable model that uses a poststructuralist viewpoint in order to meet the multicultural needs of the online student of today and possibly tomorrow. This model is derived from the key strengths of the Social Ecological Model, Hofstede's cultural dimensions theory, and Kolb's learning styles.

Information and Communications Technology and Education Customized for Fathers of Preterm Infants

2020 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 66-74
Author(s):  
Hyung Nam Kim
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Preterm Infants ◽  
User Interfaces ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Hands On Learning ◽  
E Learning

PurposeAlthough various educational technology interventions have been introduced to support parents of preterm infants, the interventions tend to focus on mothers over fathers. This study aims to advance understanding of the concerns and needs of fathers and seek opportunities of information technology to support them.Design and SampleA convenience sampling method recruited 18 parents (i.e., ten mothers and eight fathers of preterm infants) for interviews. The interview transcripts were analyzed by the inductive content analysis method.Main Outcome VariableThe analysis identified two main themes (i.e., customized education, learning styles and tools preferred by fathers) and five subthemes (i.e., infant care, self-care, self-regulated online learning, adaptive user interfaces of online education modules, and hands-on learning with multimedia).ResultsThe interviewed parents emphasized the importance of education customized for the fathers of preterm infants, and argued that an e-learning system has the potential to fulfill the fathers' educational needs.

Powerpoint vs. Recorded Lectures

2017 ◽  
pp. 287-306
Author(s):  
Devi Akella
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Pedagogical Tools ◽  
Online Student ◽  
Effective Learning ◽  
American Adult ◽  
Effective Learning Environments ◽  
Online Classrooms ◽  
Physical Traits

The number of students enrolling in online degree programs and courses has increased in recent years. To improve the learning process, emphasis has been laid on designing more effective learning environments, increasing instructor's presence online and student retention. The role of technology in designing personalized and interactive online classrooms has also been accepted. A large component of the online student population comprises of adult, non-traditional, older age-group, students, who prefer online education because of its flexibility and convenience. Online education offers these mature learners an opportunity to study, work and fulfill their family obligations, all at the same time. However, these students have different learning styles, physical traits and lifestyles from the mainstream students, which influences their perception of online education and the various virtual pedagogical tools. This chapter focuses on African American adult learners, and the factors they consider to be important in making online classes more personal, interactive and informative.

scholarly journals PELATIHAN E-LEARNING DASAR BAGI GURU-GURU BIDANG STUDI IPS SE KOTA KEFAMENANU

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-166
Author(s):  
Darsono Nababan ◽  
Yasinta Rema
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Government Policies ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Circular Letter ◽  
E Learning ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Conventional Models ◽  
Short Time

The COVID-19 emergency period changed the education system in Indonesia in a very short time, requiring every student to study remotely. Of course this encourages teachers to innovate and policy makers in this case the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia to make adjustments during the COVID-19 pandemic by changing some rules by issuing circular letter number 2 of 2020 regarding the prevention and handling of COVID-19 in the environment. Ministry of Education and Culture, as well as circular letter number 3 of 2020 regarding the prevention of COVID-19 in education units. The readiness of schools in implementing distance learning received various positive and negative responses from various elements of society. The readiness of teachers in the implementation of online education has not been maximized, this is due to the lack of knowledge in the field of Information Technology. Therefore, to support government policies in implementing distance learning and minimizing the spread of the COVID-19 virus, teachers need to be equipped with e-learning implementation. Teachers are expected to be able to compile learning materials using online e-learning using the Edmodo platform so that teachers are not only fixated on one learning model using conventional models

Culturally-Sensitive E-Learning Practices for Library Education

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leslie Farmer
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Culturally Sensitive ◽  
Cultural Dimensions ◽  
Educational Model ◽  
Cultural Impact ◽  
Online Learning Environments ◽  
Library Education ◽  
Learning Practices ◽  
E Learning

With globalization, library educators should address culturally-sensitive instruction design and curriculum, particularly in online learning environments. Hofstede’s cultural dimensions and Bigg’s educational model provide frameworks for addressing cultural impact on library education. Specific techniques are suggested for handling language and online learning issues.Avec la mondialisation, les professeurs de bibliothéconomie devraient incorporer les différences culturelles dans leurs cours ainsi que dans le cursus, notamment en milieu d'apprentissage en ligne. Les dimensions culturelles de Hofstede et le modèle éducatif de Bigg offrent un cadre permettant de traiter de l'impact culturel sur l'éducation. Seront présentées différentes techniques pour aborder les questions de langue et d'apprentissage en ligne.

scholarly journals e-Learning: An Uphill to Reshaping Learning in Dentistry in India in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teena Sheethal Dsouza ◽  
Mithra N. Hegde ◽  
Kelvin Peter Pais
Keyword(s):  
Online Education ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Review Article ◽  
The Future ◽  
Academic Courses ◽  
E Learning

AbstractThe sudden outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has compelled universities worldwide to implement strategies for resuming academic courses by transferring some courses to a virtual modality. e-Learning has provided an excellent platform for education during this crisis. This review article discusses the various aspects of e-learning process that have to be considered before implementation, and the strengths and flaws of online education during this pandemic. It also sheds light on the necessary actions required to enhance the efficiency of e-learning in the future.

Palliative care clinicians and online education in India: a survey

2018 ◽  
pp. bmjspcare-2018-001546
Author(s):  
Tayler Kiss-Lane ◽  
Odette Spruijt ◽  
Thomas Day ◽  
Vivian Lam ◽  
Kavitha J Ramchandran ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Ageing Population ◽  
Electronic Survey ◽  
Education In India ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Care Training ◽  
High Level ◽  
Case Based

BackgroundWhether online resources can facilitate spread of palliative care knowledge and skills in India is an urgent question given few providers and a large, ageing population.ObjectivesWe surveyed needs and feasibility regarding e-learning.MethodsIndian, Australian and North American palliative care experts developed an electronic survey using Qualtrics, emailed to all registrants of the 2017 Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC) conference and distributed during the conference.ResultsOf 60 respondents (66% men, 60% doctors), most worked in hospitals and had oncology backgrounds, and 35% were from Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Most (90.9%) received palliative care training in India or overseas with 41% trained in a Trivandrum Institute of Palliative Sciences residential course (4–6 weeks). 17% completed the IAPC essential certificate and 22% had undertaken various distance learning courses. Interest in online training was substantial for most aspects of palliative care.ConclusionThere was a high level of interest and reported feasibility in taking a case-based online course. This pilot survey provides support for online case-based education in India, particularly among physicians.

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