@article{(Open Science Index):https://publications.waset.org/pdf/10001780,
	  title     = {Motivating the Independent Learner at the Arab Open University, Kuwait},
	  author    = {Hassan A. Sharafuddin and  Chekra A. Allani},
	  country	= {},
	  institution	= {},
	  abstract     = {Academicians at the Arab Open University have
always voiced their concern about the efficacy of the blended
learning process. Based on 75% independent study and 25% face-toface
tutorial, it poses the challenge of the predisposition to
adjustment. Being used to the psychology of traditional educational
systems, AOU students cannot be easily weaned from being spoonfed.
Hence they lack the motivation to plunge into self-study. For
better involvement of AOU students into the learning practices, it is
imperative to diagnose the factors that impede or increase their
motivation. This is conducted through an empirical study grounded
upon observations and tested hypothesis and aimed at monitoring and
optimizing the students’ learning outcome. Recommendations of the
research will follow the findings.},
	    journal   = {International Journal of Educational and Pedagogical Sciences},
	  volume    = {9},
	  number    = {8},
	  year      = {2015},
	  pages     = {2683 - 2686},
	  ee        = {https://publications.waset.org/pdf/10001780},
	  url   	= {https://publications.waset.org/vol/104},
	  bibsource = {https://publications.waset.org/},
	  issn  	= {eISSN: 1307-6892},
	  publisher = {World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology},
	  index 	= {Open Science Index 104, 2015},
	}