E-learning in the KSA: A taxonomy of learning methods in Saudi Arabia

Zusatztext

Institutions of higher learning in Saudi Arabia have begun to explore various education delivery methods to identify the best course delivery methods for students. The introduction of e-learning have possibly increased the access to tertiary training and education. This study therefore investigates different multi-modal delivery methods and technologies currently being employed by tertiary education institutions as well as the incorporation of technology into teaching practice to improve educational systems. This book is qualitative in nature and analyses published academic and industry literature. The relevant data is collected and categorized through the building of a taxonomy. The study relies on a sample of 34 universities (24 government universities, 9 private universities and 1 public research university) and employs symbolic interactionism.

Autorenportrait

Ali Ibrahim Alharbi, Born in 1985, Married to Tahani Khalawi, Working as a Lecturer and System Analyst at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah. Holding a Master Degree in Computing and Information Sciences and Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Sciences from New Zealand. Interested in E-learning and Cloud Computing studies.

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