Open Distance Learning in The Light of Selected Theories (original) (raw)

Social Science Research Network, 2024

Abstract

A review of open distance learning theories The article was written based on the critical review of the literature regarding the leading theories of Open Distance Learning and their implications in the operation of the system. The author has chosen and discussed eight theories, six of which are categorized into two groups based on their conceptual synergies. Those in the first group are: Moore's Theory of Transactional Distance, Wedemeyer's Independence Theory and Holmberg's Guided Didactic Learning Theory. These theories put the learners and their interactions (with learning materials, instructors, fellow colleagues and institutions) at the center of the education process. Those in the second group are: Peters' Theory of Industrialization, Bááth's Theory of Interaction and Communication, and Sewart's Theory of Continuity of Concern or Intermediary (Student Support Services). This group is concerned with the structure of the system. The other two theories are Simonson's Theory of Equivalence and Constructive Theory of Learning. The author has pointed out which research problems might be formulated based on each of the mentioned theories.

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