Measuring transactional distance in web-based learning environments: an initial instrument development

Xiaoxia Huang; Aruna Chandra; Concetta DePaolo; Jennifer Cribbs; Lakisha Simmons

doi:10.1080/02680513.2015.1065720

Measuring transactional distance in web-based learning environments: an initial instrument development

Xiaoxia Huang, Aruna Chandra, Concetta DePaolo, Jennifer Cribbs, Lakisha Simmons

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Abstract

This study was an initial attempt to operationalise Moore’s transactional distance theory by developing and validating an instrument measuring the related constructs: dialogue, structure, learner autonomy and transactional distance. Data were collected from 227 online students and analysed through an exploratory factor analysis. Results suggest that the instrument, in general, shows promise as a valid and reliable measure of the constructs related to transactional distance theory. Potential refinement of the instrument and future research directions are included at the end of the article.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	106-126
Number of pages	21
Journal	Open Learning
Volume	30
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/02680513.2015.1065720
State	Published - May 4 2015
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

dialogue
instrument development
learner autonomy
structure
transactional distance
web-based learning environment

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Education

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