PRETEST: Transactional Distance Theory

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Moore's Theory of Transactional Distance hypothesizes that distance is pedagogical and not a geographic phenomenon. Choose the best description of this theory from the choices listed below:

TD theory measures the distance between student, teacher and the distance education course.
TD theory requires the student and teacher to participate in both synchronous and asynchronous discussions in the distance education course.
TD theory helps the student and teacher understand how to access and interact with each other through the distance education course.
TD theory describes distance as the student and teacher perceptions that might lead to a communication gap; or a psychological space of potential misunderstandings between people.

Correct Answer

A. TD theory describes distance as the student and teacher perceptions that might lead to a communication gap; or a psychological space of potential misunderstandings between people.

Explanation

Correct answer is taken from the following article (p. 459):
Chen, Y.-J. (2001). Dimensions of transactional distance in the world wide web learning environment: a factor analysis. British Journal of Educational Technology, 32(4), 459-470.

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3.

This diagram depicts the connection of the three main constructs from Moore's Transactional Distance Theory. These three constructs are:

Correct Answer
Structure, Dialogue, Learner Autonomy
Dialogue, Learner Autonomy, Structure
Learner Autonomy, Structure, Dialogue

Explanation
Moore, M. G. (Ed.). (2007). Handbook of Distance Education (Second ed.). London: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

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4.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSETransactional Distance Theory states that the more self-directed the learner, the less dialogue and structure is needed.

Correct Answer
TRUE

Explanation
The statement is true. Transactional Distance Theory, developed by Michael G. Moore, suggests that the more self-directed a learner is, the less dialogue and structure is required. This theory emphasizes the importance of learner autonomy and the ability to take responsibility for one's own learning. When learners are self-directed, they are able to engage in independent learning activities and require less guidance and interaction from instructors or facilitators. This theory highlights the need for flexibility in instructional design to accommodate different levels of learner autonomy.

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5.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEThe less self-directed the learner, the greater the need for temporal contact such as synchronous classes.

Correct Answer
TRUE

Explanation
The statement suggests that learners who are less self-directed require more temporal contact, such as synchronous classes. This means that learners who need more guidance and structure in their learning process benefit from real-time interaction and immediate feedback, which can be provided through synchronous classes. On the other hand, self-directed learners are capable of managing their own learning and may not require as much temporal contact. Therefore, the statement is true.

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6.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEIn the context of Transactional Distance, dialogue refers to 'positive interactions' between active listeners and provides purposeful and constructive interaction by each party.

Correct Answer
TRUE

Explanation
Murphy, E., Rodriguez-Manzanares, M. (2008). Revisiting transactional distance theory in a context of web-based high-school distance education. Journal of Distance Education, 22(2), 1-14.

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Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEStructure refers to the extent to which a distance education course can accommodate or be responsive to each learner's individual needs

Correct Answer
TRUE

Explanation
Moore, M. G. (Ed.). (2007). Handbook of Distance Education (Second ed.). London: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.
p. 92

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Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSELearner autonomy or 'self-direction' is the extent that the learner and not the teacher determines the goals, learning experiences and evaluation decisions.

Correct Answer
TRUE

Explanation
Murphy, E., Rodriguez-Manzanares, M. (2008). Revisiting transactional distance theory in a context of web-based high-school distance education. Journal of Distance Education, 22(2), 1-14.

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9.

Within distance education learning, interaction is fundamental to the educational transaction and the effectiveness of the program. Choose the types of interactions you would expect to take place in distance education in order to provide effective learning:

Learner - Instructor
Learner - Interface
Learner - Outcomes
Learner - Content
Learner - Learner

Correct Answer(s)

A. Learner - Instructor
A. Learner - Interface
A. Learner - Content
A. Learner - Learner

Explanation

A typology of interaction
Moore (1989) discussed three types of interaction essential in distance education:
* Learner-instructor interaction: interaction that provides motivation, feedback, and
dialog between the teacher and student.
* Learner-content interaction: method by which students obtain intellectual information
from the material.
* Learner-learner interaction: exchange of information, ideas and dialog that occurs
between students about the course. (p. 460)

Chen, Y.-J. (2001). Dimensions of transactional distance in the world wide web learning environment: a factor analysis. British Journal of Educational Technology, 32(4), 459-470.

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10.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEIn your opinion, Transactional Distance Theory is an important pedagogical theory that will help teachers develop well designed distance education programs.

Correct Answer(s)
TRUE
FALSE

Pretest: Transactional Distance Theory

Transactional distance like all pedagogical theories is built on constructs. Select all from the list below that are part of this distance education theory.

Moore's Theory of Transactional Distance hypothesizes that distance is pedagogical and not a geographic phenomenon. Choose the best description of this theory from the choices listed below:

This diagram depicts the connection of the three main constructs from Moore's Transactional Distance Theory. These three constructs are:

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSETransactional Distance Theory states that the more self-directed the learner, the less dialogue and structure is needed.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEThe less self-directed the learner, the greater the need for temporal contact such as synchronous classes.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEIn the context of Transactional Distance, dialogue refers to 'positive interactions' between active listeners and provides purposeful and constructive interaction by each party.

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEStructure refers to the extent to which a distance education course can accommodate or be responsive to each learner's individual needs

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSELearner autonomy or 'self-direction' is the extent that the learner and not the teacher determines the goals, learning experiences and evaluation decisions.

Within distance education learning, interaction is fundamental to the educational transaction and the effectiveness of the program. Choose the types of interactions you would expect to take place in distance education in order to provide effective learning:

Respond to the following statement with: TRUE / FALSEIn your opinion, Transactional Distance Theory is an important pedagogical theory that will help teachers develop well designed distance education programs.