Episode Three Part I

Computer-Mediated Communication & ESL

• It is any form of communication or interaction between two or more people via separate computers  over network connection.
• Also known as a process where people can interact, exchange perceive information, culture thought, history and etc. by using computer medium networking tools.

CMC in Education

• It started late 1980, then in 1990s Communication CALL been introduced.
• CALL then become widespread through the use of Email and Forum.
• Besides, this method is implemented for long-distance teaching/ learning.

Types of CMCAsynchronous

Asynchronous CMC (not immediate respond)

- E-mails

-blogs

Synchronous CMC (immediate respond)

-Video/audio conferencing

Advantages CMC

-authentic communication

-no distance barries

-make colloboration learning easier (Google Doc, Google Drive, Blogs, Messenger)

Disadvantages CMC

-lack of real human contact

-problem with access to technology (mostly in rural area)