Technology and Culture: Indian Experiences

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Author(s): Ramesh C. Sharma (Indira Gandhi National Open University, India)and Sanjaya Mishra (Indira Gandhi National Open University, India)
Copyright: 2009
Pages: 9
Source title: Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Chee Siang Ang (City University of London, UK)and Panayiotis Zaphiris (City University of London, UK)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-87828-991-9.ch116

Keywords: Human Aspects of Technology / Information Science Reference / Social Sciences & Humanities

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This chapter discusses the deployment of e-learning technologies in the context of how they are helping towards preserving and disseminating knowledge on Indian cultural heritage. An analysis has also been offered as regards how the technologies like e-learning initiatives have their impact on sociocultural settings within Indian context. This chapter attempts to understand and frame Indian culture and experiences through ICT and e-learning practices, and how the differentiated learning needs of multicultural society can be addressed.

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