Learner Autonomy Through Computer Mediated Communication (CMC)

Author(s):  
Ranjit Kaur Gurdial Singh ◽  
Mohamed Amin Embi

Pendidikan di Malaysia kian menjadi satu perusahaan berwayar. Pengintegrasian Teknologi Maklumat dan Komunikasi (TMK) dalam kursus yang ditawarkan oleh institusi pengajian tinggi dilihat sebagai pemangkin dalam melahirkan pelajar terarah kendiri sepanjang hayat. Dalam hal ini, Komunikasi Berasaskan Komputer (CMC) dilihat sebagai alat yang dapat membantu pelajar memperoleh maklumat di hujung jari pada bila–bila masa dan di mana sahaja. Kajian ini menyiasat autonomi pelajar melalui program atas talian jarak jauh. Instrumen kajian yang digunakan merangkumi tinjauan soal selidik, protokol temuduga separa berstruktur dan interaksi mel elektronik. Sampel populasi kajian pula melibatkan persampelan bertujuan apabila satu kelas pelajar yang mengikuti B.Ed (TESL) di sebuah universiti tempatan yang menawarkan kursus secara atas talian dipilih sebagai sampel kajian. Dapatan awal memperlihatkan bahawa pada dasarnya, pelajar tahun satu tidak menganggap diri mereka sebagai pelajar terarah kendiri yang berupaya mengurus pembelajaran mereka. Malah, maklum balas mereka terhadap semua aspek autonomi yakni merancang, mengurus, memantau, menilai dan kebolehan mengguna komputer hanya mencatatkan respon sederhana positif sahaja. Justeru jika pelajar tertiari dikehendaki melibatkan diri dalam pembelajaran melalui CMC, maka para pendidik dan institusi pengajian tinggi bertanggungjawab memastikan pelajar dibimbing secara sistematik dan dibekalkan dengan kemahiran, alat, sikap dan pengetahuan melalui program latihan pelajar tentang bagaimana mereka boleh mengurus pembelajaran mereka. Kata kunci: Pelajar terarah kendiri, Komunikasi Berasaskan Komputer (KBK), pembelajaran tidak segerak, interaksi secara talian Education in Malaysia is fast becoming a “wired enterprise.” The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in course offerings in institutions of higher learning (IHL) is seen as the catalyst towards producing lifelong autonomous learners. Hence, Computer–Mediated Communication (CMC) is seen as the tool to assist learners in acquiring information at their fingertips anywhere and anytime. This paper employed a descriptive research methodology to investigate learner autonomy via an online distance–learning program. The research instruments used included survey questionnaires, semi–structured interview protocols and email interactions. The sample population for this study entailed purposive sampling where one intact class of first year students pursuing the B. Ed. (TESL) course in a local university offering online distance learning was selected. Initial findings indicated that first year university students generally, did not consider themselves to be truly independent learners capable of managing their own learning. In fact, their responses in all aspects of learner autonomy abilities viz. planning, organizing, monitoring, evaluating and computer usage recorded moderately positive responses. In lieu of this, if today’s tertiary students are required to participate through CMC, it is the responsibility of educators and IHL to systematically guide and provide learners the skills, tools, attitude and knowledge through learner training programs on how they can learn to take responsibility for their own learning. Key words: Learner autonomy, Computer–Mediated Communication (CMC), asynchronous learning, online interactions

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheuk Fan Ng

Online distance learning is offered not only in post-secondary distance education institutions but in traditional universities as well. With advances in mobile and wireless technologies, completing academic studies anywhere anytime should become feasible. Research in distance education and online learning has focused on computer-mediated communication, instructional design, learner characteristics, educational technology, and learning outcomes. However, little attention has been given to where exactly learners do their learning and studying and how the physical and social aspects of the physical environment within which the online learner is physically embedded (e.g., the home) supports and constrains learning activities. In this paper, the author proposes a conceptual model for understanding the role that the physical environment plays in online distance learning in higher education, drawing on theories and research in environmental psychology, online learning, telework and mobile work, and higher education. Several gaps in research are identified, and suggestions for future research are proposed.


Author(s):  
Ruth Geer

This chapter describes an investigation of strategies for fostering higher order cognition in a blended learning environment. The exploration, which utilised a qualitative case study approach, highlights the critical nature of effective instructional design. The study extends the educator’s understanding of the complexities of online and blended learning environments through an analysis of the discourse of computer-mediated communication in a first year teacher education course. The investigation resulted in the development of a pedagogical framework which outlines the relationship between pedagogies, technologies and their related learning outcomes. Critical indicators, which are potentially important as strategies and early warning signs of “students at risk”, become evident in the analysis. This research had led to notions of imprinting and cognitive tracks which can be used to inform strategies for teaching and learning using a blended approach.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gulnara K. Nauryzbayeva ◽  
◽  
Gita Revalde ◽  
Gulmira L. Gabdullina ◽  
Guldana T. Aldzhambekova ◽  
...  

This paper presents our model of the organization and content of distance learning in physics for the formation of technical competencies of university students. An example of the organization of lectures on the topic "Electromagnetic induction" for students of the specialty "Power Engineering" is given. The organization of other forms of education is also given. The aim of the work is to develop technical competencies in students. A professionally oriented approach was used in teaching physics. The content of distance learning, presented through the electronic educational and methodological complex of the discipline, has been determined. The activities of teaching and learning of students are regulated, methods, forms and means of online distance learning are selected, at present, as methods of organizing activities, the result of educational activities reflects the quality of training in accordance with the successful teaching activities of students, as well as its diagnostics and control. The possibility of improving the quality of training in physics, increasing the levels of formation of technical competencies of future bachelors in the field of energy is shown on the example of distance learning in physics online, based on the use of professionally oriented training. The results of survey of the first year distance learning students showed quite high satisfaction, also for the students living in the rural regions in Kazаkhstan.


2011 ◽  
pp. 102-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sébastien George

This chapter introduces context-aware computer-mediated communication for distance learning systems. It argues that linking deeply communication to learning activities offers an interesting approach to develop the efficiency of systems in facilitating and increasing discussions between learners. To make this link, the author bases his work on various theories, such as communication theories, situated cognition theory, and activity theory. This theoretical study leads to research issues concerning a contextual forum model. The description of the computing implementation of this model aims at giving researchers some possible uses and recommendations in dealing with context-sensitive communication tools. Finally, the chapter mentions futures trends and suggests emerging research opportunities within the field of communication services that are able to adapt dynamically to the user’s activity.


2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-79
Author(s):  
Adrienn Papp-Danka ◽  
Anita Lanszki

The Hungarian government prescribed distance learning for higher education institutions due to the spread of the coronavirus epidemic which was challenging at the Hungarian Dance Academy. The development of movement skills was difficult without personal presence, no common e-learning practice had existed in the institution before the pandemic. In the research we explored the distance learning and teaching practices developed at the theoretical and dance courses at the Hungarian Dance Academy, as well as the experiences of both teachers and students during the 3 and a half months. Instructors (n=65) and students (n=240) completed an online questionnaire on digital tool use and course management, furthermore 13 of the responding instructors also shared their experiences in a structured interview. Most of the instructors welcomed everything they could benefit from distance learning (e.g. creating new curricula, learning about new digital tools, improving relationships with students), but understandably, online distance learning of dance was considered impossible by many. Some students enjoyed distance learning because of their own schedule and the convenience of their home, but there were many critical remarks about its methods.


2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Palupi Palupi

The development of Internet and communication technology has been increasing from time to time. Humans around the globe are connected to digital communication device. Technology has been growing and changing the way people communicate; from text-based computer-mediated communication to video-mediated communication. The study is conducted to determine whether the online users in VMC perform selective self-presentation under conditions when nonverbal cues are present and the interlocutor is not anonymous. This study is a qualitative research with semi-structured interview as its method. Findings in this study showed that participants perform selective self-presentation in VMC. By wearing veil for females or combing hair for males, tiding up the room and table, choosing certain place, also hiding something from the web camera scope are the ways they present themselves to obtain good impression and avoid bad impression from interlocutorsThe findings also discovered that participants perform selective self-presentation to ordinary friends, colleagues, or acquaintances with the same way and the same reason why they perform it when nonverbal cues are present. However, participants do not perform selective self-presentation to family and close friends.


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