A loophole in Moore's law of transactional distance

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    Abstract

    Michael Moore's law of transactional distance predicts an inverse relationship between dialogue and structure in any educational transaction. The greater the dialogue, the lesser the structure and vice versa. This paper describes the theoretical underpinnings of types of virtual learning environment that in some senses break this law by generating structure through dialogue. Such systems might thus cater simultaneously for diametrically different types of learner as well as possess the ability to adapt closely to the needs of groups of learners. Three examples of such environments are described and opportunities for further developments in this field are explored.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings - IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, ICALT 2004
    Editors Kinshuk, C.-K. Looi, E. Sutinen, D. Sampson, I. Aedo, L. Uden, E. Kaehkoenen
    Pages41-45
    Number of pages5
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2004
    EventProceedings - IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, ICALT 2004 - Joensuu, Finland
    Duration: 30 Aug. 20041 Sep. 2004

    Publication series

    NameProceedings - IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, ICALT 2004

    Conference

    ConferenceProceedings - IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, ICALT 2004
    Country/TerritoryFinland
    CityJoensuu
    Period30/08/041/09/04

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