O'Rourke, Breffni and Stickler, Ursula
(2017).
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| DOI (Digital Object Identifier) Link: | https://doi.org/10.1515/cercles-2017-0009 |
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Abstract
We propose a definition of synchronous communication based on joint attention, noting that in certain mediated communication settings joint attention is a matter of perception rather than determinable fact. The most salient properties of synchronous computer-mediated communication (SCMC) are real-time pressure to communicate and a greater degree of social presence relative to asynchronous communication. These properties underlie the benefits and challenges of SCMC for language learning, which we discuss under three headings: (1) SCMC as learning tool; (2) SCMC as target competence; and (3) SCMC as setting for learner dialogue, intracultural and intercultural. We survey research themes in SCMC and preview the contributions of the Special Issue. Finally, we identify questions for future research.
| Item Type: | Journal Item |
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| ISSN: | 2191-6128 |
| Keywords: | synchronous computer-mediated communication; social presence; telecollaboration; focus on form; intercultural communication |
| Academic Unit/School: | Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Languages and Applied Linguistics Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) |
| Interdisciplinary Research Centre: | Centre for Research in Education and Educational Technology (CREET) Language & Literacies Health and Wellbeing PRA (Priority Research Area) |
| Item ID: | 49384 |
| Depositing User: | Ursula Stickler |
| Date Deposited: | 11 May 2017 16:10 |
| Last Modified: | 17 Aug 2017 10:59 |
| URI: | http://oro.open.ac.uk/id/eprint/49384 |
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