Breaking the Ice: Supporting Collaboration and the Development of Community Online
April 13, 2007
Julie S. Dixon · University of Toronto, Canada
In this presentation, Julie Dixon explores the concept of transactional distance (Moore, 1993), which relates to the psychologically perceived distance that exists in all learning relationships and can be more evident and potentially problematic in online learning environments. Julie shares her preliminary research into the potential of icebreaker activities to ameliorate the transactional distance experienced by undergraduate students and instructors in online learning environments. Early results from the research have been positive and have led to recommendations for practice.
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