The document defines computer-mediated communication (CMC) as communication that occurs between humans using computers. CMC takes place synchronously or asynchronously through various mediums like text, audio, or video. Synchronous CMC allows for real-time interaction through applications like instant messaging, Skype video calls, or chat rooms. Asynchronous CMC occurs over different times through email, online forums, text messages, or video sharing websites. The document discusses examples of synchronous and asynchronous applications and how CMC plays an important role in distance learning environments.
2. The acronym of CMC is Computer Mediated
Communication.
Definition:
CMC is communication that takes
places between human beings via the
instrumentality of computer.
3. CMC is an emerging area within the
CALL domain. It occurs when learner use the
computer to communicate with each other or
even with the native speakers.
That communication takes place
through different ways in the following
elements:
Timing
Number of participants and
Medium
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5. For all of the CMC system you need a
computer network connection.
For audio conferencing we need a
microphone.
For video conferencing we need a video
camera.
7. The exchange of information in real time is
known as synchronous communication. It
means learners are communicating at the
same time. It helps e-learners to feel like
participants.
Synchronous communication can be in
Text
Audio or
In video form
9. Most well known synchronic
communication applications:
Instant Messaging
Skype
Video conferencing
Telephone conversation
Internet Relay Chat (IRC) and many more.
10. Instant messaging is the exchange of text messages
through a software application in real-time.
Most popular Instant messaging applications are:
11. Skype is the most famous application of synchronic
communication because it requires users to be online at
the same time.
However this system has some requirements.
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13. It is real time video and audio communication
between people in different locations.
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15. Asynchronous communication
means that people are communicating at
different time.
In it interaction is not real time.
Like synchronic communication it can be in
Text
Audio or in
Video form
16. Available anytime
Available anyplace
Variety of media
Multiple perspective
One to one or one to many communication
17. Most famous asynchronous communication
applications are:
Email
Texting
Face book
You tube
Newsgroups
18. Email is the most famous asynchronous communication
type.
The users produce , send and receive mail at a computer.
19. A Newsgroup is a repository usually within the
UseNet system, where messages posted from
many users at different locations.
20. CMC plays very important role in Distance Learning.
CMC make Distance Learning like learning in classroom. E.g.
Virtual University
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23. Which of these is NOT a form of synchronous
computer mediated communications?
A. Text message
B. Instant messaging
C. Video Conferencing
D. Voice over chat
Which of these is NOT a form of asynchronous
computer mediated communication?
A. Text messages
B. E-mail
C. Video message
D. Video conferencing