Computer Mediated Communication (CMC) & ESL

Hi there,

    In previous lesson I have learnt about Computer Mediated Communication (CMC) and ESL. CMC is any form of communication or interaction between two or more people via different computers through network connection. It started in the late of 1980 and 1990 parallel with the introduction of Communicative CALL as well as the usage of e-mail and forums have became widespread. There are two types of CMC which are 

Asynchronous CMC

Synchronous CMC

Asynchronous CMC

The communication is not synchronised which means the messages are not exchanged and reply immediately as the other users are not available at the same time. Example of asynchronous CMC are :

E-mail

Blog

Synchronous CMC

                                  

The communication is synchronised as both of the participants are available at the same time. The messages can be exchanged instantly and allows direct communication so that we received the feedback immediately. Example of Synchronous CMC are :

Instant Messaging

Video Conferencing 

    In the late 2000s, CMC was being implemented for distance learning as synchronous CMC allowed teacher and student to interact with each other without being in the same place but, it is not recommended to learn through video conferencing or e-tutoring. This is because, for me learning environment is very important in order to fully maximised the learning process as well as the teacher's presence in the classroom.

Collaborative Learning

    Collaborative learning is a learning that occur by using computer as it can enhance the interactions between students and group work. It is not limited only for discussion for the students but it could be a platform for the student to increase their problem solving skills by using Google Doc, Google Drive and Blogs Messenger. 

Google Docs

    There are many advantages and disadvantages of using CMC in learning. For example, some of the students' self esteem could be higher as they will not have to speak in front of the other students in discussing about the certain subject. While the disadvantages of using computer as communication in learning it might be problems with access to technology. We know that, not all of the people are able to own a laptop or computer and not all of the places is available for internet connection. Take some example in rural areas as the internet connection might not be able to access from those areas. In conclusion, for me there are the times where the CMC would be very beneficial towards the students but sometimes learning by interacting in real life is very more exciting that filled with the emotions and feeling.💕

CALL & Search Engines

Hi, 

Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL)

    We know that nowadays the usage of internet and technology growth rapidly that can perk the students’ interest in learning especially in language learning. For example, Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) is a term that used to refers to the area of technology and second language. There are several types of CALL programs such as web-based exercise, games, Microsoft Word, instant messaging to facilitate language learning. This type of computer assisted does have its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, computer can provide immediate and fixed feedback but it cannot provide individualized feedback more than what has been programmed and coded.

British Council : Language Learning

Before we look at the latest invention in CALL there are three stages of the progression:

⇒Behaviouristic CALL

⦁This stage of CALL that developed in 1960 involves repetitive drill and practice for the programme instruction.

⦁Used for Audio-Lingual method and perfect pronunciation model

⇒Communicative CALL

⦁It is developed around 1970 to 1980 focusing on the usage of language rather than grammar.

⦁Students have more control, choice and interaction in answering.

⇒Integrated CALL

⦁The Integrated CALL is  basically a integration of real world material into CALL. It started with the usage of CD-ROM where the large amounts of authentic media can be stored and used as materials for learning language.

The Internet & CALL

⦁ The advancement of CALL is influenced  by the Internet to connect and communicate information as the learners are not just recipients but also communicators and creators. 

Computer Mediated Communication (CMC)

⦁ CMC can be defined as two-way communication that occurs through the use of two or more electronic devices. 

⦁ There are two types of CMC which are

↪Asynchronous

This type of CMC is where the participants do not need to be online and available at the same time but read and respond as their wanted to. It also does not provide immediate feedback to the participants.

For example ↴ 

Email 

Discussion Boards

↪Synchronous

Synchronous is a direct communication where all parties involved in the communication. It is also called as face-to-face interaction where the participants could obtain immediate feedback.

For examples ↴

Instant Messaging : Whatsapp Messenger

In conclusion, the advancement of the technology does improve CALL and many of the ideas has been changing. This type of language learning could perk the interest of the students to learn language in more interesting way. For example, using games and online learning as well as web based exercise. There are also advantages and disadvantages of using computer assisted such as learning experience for the students becomes more entertaining and fun. One of the disadvantages is the computer could not provide individualized feedback more than what has been programmed and coded.

SEARCH ENGINES

Google and Yahoo have been our choices to use for finding information by entering keywords.Those search engines have their own database and each of them uses software to collect data from the Web to include in their database. There are 4 parts of a search engine which are:

⇒Database 

➸To store references to Webpages

➸ A storage where all the Webpages stored

➸Contains only essential information of Webpages

Database

⇒Web-Crawlers

➸A web-crawler also known as 'bot' or 'spider' is a program that visit Websites and read their pages and other information in order to create entries for a search engines.

➸ The purpose of web-crawler is to provide the search engine the up-to-date data.

Web-Crawler

⇒User Interface

➸ An interface is a set of commands or menu through which user communicates with the program.

➸ Using a simple design and user friendly are the important features in creating an interface. For example, using less photos and words so that the user will not be uncomfortable to search any information.

Google Interface

⇒Information Retrieval System

➸ It is a system that used to match the user's query to indexed webpages found in database.

Information Retrieval System

Blogging

Hi,

    This week we have been introduced to types of blog which are weblog, tutor blog, class blog and learner blog. These types of blog have their own benefit such as it is free and can stimulate out-of-class discussion for both learners and teachers. Besides that, we have learnt that using blog for providing information such as travelling tips, celebrity gossip and news to other people it could actually generate some money based on the blog’s popularity. For example, BuzzFeed, Huffington Post and Insider and Perez Hilton After we have been introduced to the topic we were asked to create our blog by logging in using Gmail. At first, it was quite difficult to comprehend the blog system because I never used it before, but after some time of exploring the blog, I have caught the gist of the idea on how to use it with Madam Azidatun’s guidance. By creating a blog it is actually could give us some benefit such as less money involvement, easier and be a reliable platform to provide information to the readers.

                                                               Blogger

                                                                BuzzFeed