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标题：TRANSITIONAL DISTANCE THEORY AND COMMUNICATION IN ONLINE COURSES: A CASE STUDY
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作者：Scott Mensch ; Azad Ali
期刊名称：Issues in Information Systems
印刷版ISSN：1529-7314
出版年度：2007
卷号：8
期号：1
页码：224-228
出版社：International Association for Computer Information Systems
摘要：The need to enhance online classrooms is imperative to ensure a successful learning experience. This paper outlines the methods and tools needed to open the lines of communication within the different factors described in Moore’s transitional distance theory. The paper may also serve as a model for graduate technology classes at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (I.U.P.) that are being designed for delivery in an online format. While these courses span multiple facets of technology such as security, technical trends, and Web design, the core competencies to develop a structurally sound online learning environment remain unchanged. The authors of this paper are incorporating tools and programs outside of traditional text and PowerPoint to encourage communication and student interaction in the online classroom. Incorporating communication tools in an online course differs from that of a traditional course. Thus this paper searches for answers in this regard.
关键词：Transitional;distance;theory;communication; online collaboration; communication;in online course.