Effects of synchronous and asynchronous computer-mediated communication (CMC) oral conversations on English language learners' discourse functions

2013 ◽  
Vol 62 ◽  
pp. 181-190 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Farhan AbuSeileek ◽  
Khaleel Qatawneh
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Discourse Functions

Use of the Wiki for Cross-Institutional Collaborations

2015 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolin Fuchs
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Student Teachers ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Graduate Institution

This article discusses how groups of student teachers use the wiki to collaborate cross-institutionally in order to design tasks for English language learners. Participants in this case study involved student teachers at a private graduate institution on the East Coast in the U.S. and students at a public graduate institution in Luxembourg. In this action research approach, data triangulation involved gathering information through a combination of different instruments such as computer-mediated communication data, needs analyses, journal entries, and post-course questionnaires. Findings showed that in addition to writing collaboratively, groups used the wiki as a discussion tool. This subsequently led to an exploration of the interactions through computer-mediated discourse analysis and a discussion of methodological implications.

scholarly journals Computer Mediated Communication and Vocabulary Learning: The Case of Facebook

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 98-116
Author(s):  
Ghaouar Nesrine ◽  
Laiche Sara ◽  
Sabah Belhadi
Keyword(s):  
Informal Learning ◽  
Learning Strategies ◽  
English Language ◽  
Vocabulary Learning ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Dominant Mode ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Vocabulary Learning Strategies ◽  
Communication Modes

Nowadays, Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC) becomes the most dominant mode of communication as computers, smart phones, tablets are worldwide used devices for communication especially with the internet facilities through different platforms. However, despite the spread of computer mediated communication modes and devices, it is noticed that people still lack vocabulary in the English language.  Therefore, this research intends to investigate Facebook use as a shared online space to learn vocabulary in English language. In addition, it aims at developing, within Facebook users, the possible vocabulary learning strategies that would enhance their English vocabulary learning. Therefore, two research tools were used with a group of facebook users: a questionnaire and an experiment. The obtained results confirmed that the participants under investigation have significantly improved their vocabulary learning via Facebook. In addition, vocabulary learning has been greatly affected by certain training on some strategies. Hence, Facebook proved to be not only a source of entertainment, but also an effective informal learning tool of English vocabulary.

The Use of the CMC Tool AMANDA in the Teaching of English

2011 ◽  
pp. 307-321
Author(s):  
Esrom Adriano Irala ◽  
Patrica Lupion Torres
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Communication Method ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Language Teaching And Learning

This chapter belongs to the context of the computer-mediated communication (CMC) for language teaching and learning. Since the introduction of this new communication method, new paths for the teaching and learning of languages have been opened. In this research, virtual discussions in the English language about polemical topics were carried out through the use of the AMANDA program. This program features artificial intelligence principles in the discussion coordination, diminishing the tutor’s workload in the task of coordinating the discussions. The goal of this research was to observe the contributions of the CMC tool for the learning of English by the participating students. In total, 83 upper-intermediate English level students took part. The analyses and final considerations concentrate on the evaluation of the program used as well as the positive and negative aspects observed during this research for the teaching/learning of the English language.

Extending talk on a prescribed discussion topic in a learner-native speaker eTandem learning task

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emily Black
Keyword(s):  
Language Learners ◽  
Native Speaker ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Learning Task ◽  
Target Language ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Interactional Competence ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Video Calling ◽  
Audio Video

AbstractOpportunities for language learners to access authentic input and engage in consequential interactions with native speakers of their target language abound in this era of computer mediated communication. Synchronous audio/video calling software represents one opportunity to access such input and address the challenges of developing pragmatic and interactional competence (

scholarly journals I’m* two rabbits / J’ai un rouge pullover*. How corrective feedback is handled in collaborative exchange programmes between early language learners

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
Anne Choffat-Dürr ◽  
Dominique Macaire
Keyword(s):  
Language Learners ◽  
Social Dynamics ◽  
Computer Mediated Communication ◽  
Corrective Feedback ◽  
Mediated Communication ◽  
Digital Medium ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
The Social ◽  
Exchange Programme ◽  
Exchange Programmes

This article presents how, in the social dynamics of two classrooms involved in an exchange programme, young learners provide their peers with asynchronous feedback taking place in the digital medium. Within two Call Triangles that interact thanks to Computer Mediated Communication tools, teachers sharing the same methodological precept on learning processes give more autonomy to the learners. Here we focus mainly on a salient fact to show how they make use of this freedom.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document