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Comparing asynchronous and synchronous interaction using online technology


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Hiew, Yolanda Lee Lee and Tan, Bee Hoon (2015) Comparing asynchronous and synchronous interaction using online technology. Pertanika Journal of Scholarly Research Reviews, 1 (1). pp. 40-49. ISSN 2462-2028

Abstract

The move from traditional face-to-face classroom learning to the use of information and communication technology (ICT) has been implemented by universities in Malaysia and abroad vigorously with computer-mediated communication (CMC) systems. These technologies promote interaction among tertiary level students in collaboration where they can have discussions with peers for collaborative tasks by means of posting messages (asynchronous) and instant messaging (synchronous). This review paper focused on comparative studies of asynchronous and synchronous interaction among university students using online tools. The quantitative and qualitative research studies were reviewed preliminarily based on the types of CMC used, looking at the theories, methods, respondents, and findings. This paper also discusses the online tools used for interaction such as Wiki and Skype, and concludes with an understanding of students’ experience of different online systems and tools in their communication that may affect their learning.


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Item Type: Article
Divisions: Faculty of Modern Language and Communication
Publisher: School of Graduate Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia
Keywords: Asynchronous; Computer-mediated communication; Interaction; Skype; Synchronous; Wiki
Depositing User: Nabilah Mustapa
Date Deposited: 07 Apr 2016 09:19
Last Modified: 07 Apr 2016 09:19
URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/41970
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