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Course Outline in ELS 112 (Computer-Mediated Communication) : Prelim Coverage

This course outline summarizes an undergraduate course on computer-mediated communication (CMC). The course will cover topics such as definitions of CMC, characteristics of different forms of CMC, ethical issues involving CMC, the impact of technology on language and communication, and uses of CMC for language learning. Students will learn about CMC modes like social media, messaging, and virtual worlds. Assessment includes class participation, assignments, a midterm exam, and a final exam and project. The course aims to discuss the social and linguistic impacts of various computer-mediated texts and technologies.

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Course Outline in ELS 112 (Computer-Mediated Communication) : Prelim Coverage

This course outline summarizes an undergraduate course on computer-mediated communication (CMC). The course will cover topics such as definitions of CMC, characteristics of different forms of CMC, ethical issues involving CMC, the impact of technology on language and communication, and uses of CMC for language learning. Students will learn about CMC modes like social media, messaging, and virtual worlds. Assessment includes class participation, assignments, a midterm exam, and a final exam and project. The course aims to discuss the social and linguistic impacts of various computer-mediated texts and technologies.

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Course Outline in ELS 112 (Computer-Mediated Communication)

Course Description:
This course discusses the social and linguistic features of various forms
of texts brought about by information and communication technology.
Topics
Prelim Coverage
Introduction to Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC)
a. The Core Concept and Definitions of Computer-Mediated Communication
b. Characteristics of Computer-Mediated Communication
c. The Origins and Development of CMC
d. Computer-Mediated Communication as a New Style of Discourse
e. Advantages and Disadvantages of Computer-Mediated Communication
f. The Use of Computer-Mediated Communication During Pandemic
 Distance Learning (Pros and Cons)
 Social Interactions
g. Classification of Computer-Mediated Communication
Ethical Issues in Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC)
a. Anonymity and Online Identity
b. Privacy, Confidentiality, and Trust
c. Interpersonal Attraction and Cybercrimes (cyberporn & cyberbullying)
d. Language and Hate Speech
e. Women and The Internet
f. Antisocial Behavior and Online/Media Addiction
Midterm Coverage
Communication Technologies
a. Communication and Technology
b. The Systems Model
c. Communication Subsystems
d. Message Design
e. Forms of Communication
f. Modes of Communication
g. Impact of Communication Technology
Pre-final Coverage
Computer-Mediated Communication and Language Learning
a. The Language of Computer-Mediated Communication
b. Uses of Computer-Mediated Communication in General Education and
Language Learning
c. Factors Affecting the Use of CMC in Language Learning
 The Impact of CMC Mode on Language Learning
d. Benefits of CMC for Language Learning
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and English Language
Learning
a. An Overview of ICT
b. Relationship Between ICT and Language
c. The Impact and/or Influence of Technology on Learning (Modern) English
Language
d. Benefits of ICT Applications in English Language Learning
e. Technology Distractions
f. Role of ICT in the Evolution of Language
g. Impact of ICT on Communication and Language Change
Final Coverage
CMC for Specific Application Areas
a. Social Media
b. Crisis Informatics
Language and The Internet
a. Impact of Internet on Language and Language Change
b. English Internet Slang: The Medium of Netspeak and Textspeak
 Forms and Characteristics of English Netspeak
 Defects of English Netspeak on the Writing Skills
 Impact of Text Messaging on Communication
c. The Language of Social Media
 Text Messaging, E-mails, Chatgroups, Virtual Worlds, and Web
d. Communicative Functions of Emoji and Emoticons
The Current CMC Environments Applied for Language Learning
a. Facebook
b. Instagram
c. Skype
d. Twitter
e. YouTube
f. Wikis
g. Blogs

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Class/Oral Participation
2. Attendance
3. Quizzes and Assignments
4. Examinations (Midterm & Final)
5. Midterm & Final Projects/Desktop (Language) Research

GRADING SYSTEM
Class Standing 40%
Examinations 40%
Requirements 20%

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