MHLC1143 REFLECTIONS by Assoc. Prof. Dr Abdul Rahim Hj Salam

Raghad Oleiwi

olraghad3 — 2021-04-09 12:56:20 UTC

Hi Dr and all my colleagues , Honestly speaking, this is my first time l heard about CMC after reading such beautiful article that share by you dr and after doing the five entries or recordings, I have learned a lot about CMC and its features in comparing to FTF communication. Besides that, i also i had listened to my colleagues and their ideas regarding this term. I have learned that computer mediated communication involves exchanges of information in textual, audio or video formats that are transmitted and controlled by the use of computer and telecommunication technology.
I would like also to add more that i had learned about some important theories that related to the use of internet like media richness theory (Daft & Lengel, 1986),Social presence theory and Uses and gratification theory beside that also the problems that related to internet and its use. At the end, I would like to speak about my feeling which is positive feeling. I am very happy and more confident thank you dr

My Reflection

liewyi — 2021-04-10 05:53:14 UTC

Hello Dr and all,

First and foremost, it has been an interesting task indeed for me since I have never really done an assignment like this where I would read up an article, extract sub topics for each recordings and proceed to record with a hint of my own opinion and perspectives inside. I personally think where the Computer Mediated Communication theories article did give me a whole lot of new insights and knowledge into the field, instead of me just knowing 'Oh this is how social media or the internet works' without understanding the meaning and theories behind every act and movement online or in CMC.
Honestly to me the best part would be putting my real life perspectives and issues I've witnessed into my entries, which just made me feel the extra goodness in sharing what I love to share with everyone on Flipgrid. Another wonderful thing is when I get to listen to my classmates' recordings and wow, at times I am amazed by their interesting real lives' examples and opinions which might just got me a little, mind blown. It's like, recognizing an environment I thought I knew well of, but actually there's just so much of fascinating and real world information for me to absorb from everyone.

Summing it up, this online discussion entries task has been quite awesome indeed to just really adds up new perspectives as well as freshen up my existing knowledge of the CMC environment. Thank you!

My Reflection

firdiani — 2021-04-10 09:34:19 UTC

First of all, I want to say thank you Dr. Aieem for giving the opportunity for us in this recording entries task because it was completely different from other tasks and I feel it’s a fresh and exciting approach to learn something. It is very nice that we can reflect on what we have learned and understood from the article that Dr has already shared.

And for the topic material, I really like it. Although, it is a little bit hard for me to understand the materials as a whole, since I am not that familiar with the theories of CMC. I only have basic knowledge about CMC which is linked how we use the internet as a medium to communicate. I haven’t read much about CMC before. But, It was very nice indeed to read through the article. I was also trying my best to comprehend new terms regarding CMC.

My favorite part is listening to others’ perspectives. They are all giving such a very elaborative explanation and providing the examples that I wouldn’t think of before. They are really cool. I am amazed that their explanation actually made me understand the topic easier. I want to say I am sorry for whoever watch my explanation then you all don’t get what I mean because I didn’t elaborate my explanation also did not provide real examples as you all did. I am new with this and I am trying my best to improve more later.

Overall, I am happy that I could gain positive things from learning CMC through the article as well as through the perspectives from my cool friends. Thank you 😊

Mohamed Harrous

2021-04-10 14:56:37 UTC

Much appreciation to the Dr for giving us this opportunity to do some research on CMC and certain things that evolve on the internet. I did my research with utmost enthusiasm because it was my first time to learn about many positive and negative things that happen when we use the internet. I personally have problems using the computer and internet to communicate but after doing this research and watching my colleagues videos, it has given me a lot of confidence.

To add on, thanks to my classmates for making their videos clear to understand because i also learn a lot of things from them. Lets keep up the spirit my colleagues, what you present does not only help but it helped people like me also. I am more than grateful.

Chong Kee Kee

2021-04-11 08:24:28 UTC

Hi Dr and my friends,
I’m so glad that I can actually learn a lot from the article provided by Dr because I have never study about CMC in detail even though I have read some articles that mention CMC before. Also, besides my own understanding of the CMC topics, I have actually listened to different perspectives of other classmates regarding similar topics. Some of my friends are actually really good at presenting and expressing ideas. So, it is not only for me to look at the CMC from various perspectives but also learned about how they organized the points and came out the videos. Lastly, I also highly appreciate that I could share my point of view regarding some particular subtopics of CMC with my own understanding. Thank you.

Li Yan

2021-04-11 12:46:26 UTC

Through reading the text and finding points by ourselves to introduce the text that seems an interesting and meaningful task, and I think learning in this way also made us remember knowledge better. On the one hand, we watched each other's videos and shared our ideas with each other, which I think made our understanding deeper; on the other hand, for instance, there were some points that I didn't think of or that I didn't really understand, etc, and by watching other students' insights, I would get a lot of gains, which also expanded my knowledge haha.

Secondly, I would like to say that I was very unfamiliar with CMC before, but through the study, I learned what CMC is and the related about it, which I found very interesting and very practical, and relevant to people. For example, social presence, I understand that face-to-face communication is more social presence than communication through CMC, it has both verbal and non-verbal cues, which allows us to feel more directly, I think it is very interesting.

All in all, thank you Dr, it is an opportunity for us to experience this innovative and meaningful task, and thanks to my classmates for their excellent sharing!

Olivia Yuan Linwei

yuanlinwei — 2021-04-11 16:24:34 UTC

Hi, Dr. and everyone.

Based on this mini task, I have a clearer mind map on Computer-Mediated Communications. There are some key theories or concepts in this article such as Social Presence Theory, Media Richness, Impression Management, Hyperpersonal Communication, Uses and Gratification Theory, Behavioral Disinhibition, Flaming, Aggression and Inappropriate Self-Disclosure etc.

This task reminds me of some knowledge that I have already learned in the last semester. For instance, nonverbal(nonlinguistic) communication, Goffman’s dramaturgical theory(presentation of self).

And for me, impression management is impressive since everybody have to present themselves in whatever light they think appropriate for a certain social context. At the same time, that is also the reason why some people became aggressive or offensive. They need not to keep impression management on the Internet all the time.

In conclusion, I am very appreciated it that this article is organised and easy to read and understand. It assists me to have a clearer mind and various angles in the aspect of CMC like a magic mind map. Thank you very much Dr.

Nur Aisyah Hani

2021-04-12 02:24:52 UTC

Hi Dr !

First of all, this task has given me a fun journey while obtaining many new information. What’s more interesting when we recorded ourselves to share on what we have understood upon reading the journal. This way, it gives me the opportunity to make use of the media comprehensively.

When I got to know about the theories, approaches and the term used in CMC, I can’t help but to agree on the article. In every subtopics that I’ve read, I could precisely relate to my everyday routine which relates to the CMC.

My friend’s video sharing really enlightened me more on the topics better. I enjoyed their videos and loved how they give many example that I myself never thought of it before.

Overall, this task is creatively made me always look forward to know more on CMC. Thank you, Dr.

My Reflection

liewyi — 2021-05-18 13:30:42 UTC

Hello Dr and all!

Having to critically review two articles from my team is actually quite interesting in some sense. The process of reviewing the article was long as I have to reread to fully understand at the same time highlighting and extracting useful point for my writing. However upon more than my expectation, the two articles were really fun to go through. Especially when it really intrigue me on the sense where 'This is really something to think about because its CMC and technology from at least 8 to 15 years ago' - so many progression and development to think about how far the technology and users' perspectives have shifted. From conservative to liberal digital natives and from using social media as a contact tool to using it to construct various definitions of online relationships. All of this really reflected on the endless possibilities CMC can bring us into. What more about the future, right?

Truth to be told, the articles did also provided me some new ideas or even thinking about how a research should be conducted, and how well can it to be conducted. Definitely due to certain circumstances I've observed from the readings. At the same time, I also do understand the limited resources the researchers probably have during the time, and certain restrictions they might not have revealed in the article. With all due respect, the articles were greatly crafted by the authors and the research were conducted with effort and time invested. Hence, my opinions are only valid in my own sense subjectively, as per a critical review should be.

The group discussion wise was amazing, we all have so much fun being in a team! Everyone is really responsible and diligent in what we have to accomplish as a team, and just for that itself, has brought so much ease and comfort into completing this assignment despite the busy semester we all are having.

Concluding it all, it has been a great experience, especially grateful most for this entire task of discussion, groupwork definitely has brought me and my groupmates closer which is awesome!

Thank you to Dr as well, for giving us this opportunity to be here, and to gain new insights through all the tasks given.

My Reflection

firdiani — 2021-05-22 01:48:01 UTC

Thank you very much to Agnes, Keekee, and Aisyah for working so hard to complete this assignment in just a few weeks. I believe we are responsible and dedicated to this group project. I'm glad that we were able to explore and collaborate on our parts together. Overall, I find the process of completing this group project is fun and insightful at the same time. It was a little difficult at first as we were deciding which papers to write because we wanted to find an interesting subject to work on. But I was happy that, after a few discussions, we were able to come up with the topic. Once again, I want to thank the three of my cool friends Agnes, Kee Kee and Aisyah. They got many ideas and useful perspectives. If I did this project on my own, I might probably not have thought of some of the ideas they contributed to making this project as good as it can be. Also, I want to thank to Dr Aieem for everything. I think Dr Aieem did a fantastic job introducing us to all the things we need to know about CMC. I hope the things that I have learned during this project would be helpful for me in the future. Thank you so much.

Nur Aisyah Hani

2021-05-23 02:55:47 UTC

Good day to Dr and everyone!

First and foremost, I would like to thank my amazing group members, Alisha, Agness and Kee See for these amazing weeks. We had bonded very well and managed to complete the task given with a fun journey. The exchanging of information and stories, have helped me so much to understand more on the topics. I’ve always known that working in a group would be best for me since we can share our thoughts and add-up what information that needed. Although we have found some difficulties on screening the journal critically, but through discussions and some extra research, we managed to understand it well.

Upon reading these two articles, we have found new term and new culture that we have never heard before. But thanks to the technology, it makes easier for us to find out easily. Different perspective from all four of us have made the discussion very impactful and full of new information.

All in all, I would like to thank Dr Aieem for this opportunity where we can make use of technology very well. I hope I will make use of everything that I have learned and implemented it in my studies.

Li Yan

2021-05-23 05:32:59 UTC

My Reflection

Hello Dr and everyone!
I think this assignment was an enriching and interesting experience for me. I would like to thank my team members Olivia, Raghad, and Mohamed for their enthusiasm and responsible for this assignment. We worked together to find an article, then approached Dr to confirm the validity of the article, then had a video conference to share our thoughts on the chosen article, and finally wrote our critical essay. Although the task was more demanding than last time, the whole process was very fulfilling and rewarding.
I would also like to say that the two articles that were chosen not only gave me a deeper understanding of my previous knowledge such as media richness and self-representation. Moreover, the author's combination of self-presentation and social media gave me a more comprehensive understanding of that knowledge. Secondly, I was able to acquire new knowledge such as perceived functionality, the personality traits of openness, etc. I think the two articles chosen are very representative in that they emphasise the interactive nature of social media and provide insight into the issues involved in CMC. In addition, the introduction to Facebook and Instagram and the differences between the two have given me a better understanding of them.
Finally, I think the most important point is that the requirement of the assignment given by Dr allowed us to understand the article and the knowledge more deeply; not only did we have to have a good understanding of the article we chose but we also had to compare the similarities and differences between the two articles, which I think allowed us to grasp the knowledge in more detail. Thank you, Dr! ☺️

MY Reflection

olraghad3 — 2021-05-23 09:24:03 UTC

Good day to you Dr and all my colleagues

Speaking about my reflection on the critical paper that I have made with my team work is quite interesting in some sense. Honestly speaking, the process of reviewing the two articles was long as i have to reread many times to fully understand at the same time highlighting and extracting useful points for my write up paper. Meanwhile, the two articles that we have chosen after dr give us his agreement on them are really fun and important as they are most on social media that we all experienced the importance of social media in our life as it is our means of communication with others.

Moreover, the articles also provided me some ideas about how research should be conducted. Notably, it has been great and beautiful experience especially working with group and every one share his idea ya, thank you sir for give us this opportunity to work on such useful task.

OLIVIA YUAN LINWEI

yuanlinwei — 2021-05-23 16:49:29 UTC

Hello Dr and my friends.

Completing the group assignment through four-person collaboration, I believe that cooperation and unity is more important than anything else in a group work. Raghad organized several meetings and assigned everyone's tasks well as the spiritual leader of our group. I appreciate it a lot.

Nowadays, the development of Internet technology has greatly changed the way people communicate, transcending the limits of time and space and shrinking the distance between people, bringing people from all over the world together through this small platform, thus also creating the so-called cultural collision; on the other hand, the continuous development and updating of new media have enabled people to better present themselves through this platform, while also better promoting intercultural communication between people. So we chose the articles on FB and INS which are so hot social media applications to explore the intercultural communication in the aspect of CMC.

My part is to criticise the article on Ins, so I had gained more knowledge of media richness, perceived functionality, self-representation, friendship development and the personality trait of openness. To be honest, self-presentation and self-representation disordered me at the beginning. Although I'm quite familiar to the former one, I spent some time figuring out the definition of the latter one that is an artistic likeness or image of oneself. Very interesting.

Thank you Dr.

Mohamed Ibrahim Harrous

mharous33 — 2021-05-23 18:07:53 UTC

Firstly, I would like to thank my group members Ragad, Li Yan and Yuanlinwei for making the research and teamwork worth the while. I really enjoyed working with you guys and please continue to put in the hard work that you put in when we did our assignment together. However, I’m also grateful for the opportunity Dr gave us to work together as a team. On this assignment I learned a lot of things relative to the subject of Facebook and Instagram. Many people including myself have accounts on Facebook and I have made so many friends and even engaged into business occasions using these platforms. This serves to testify that the study we did was relevant and accurate in terms of theirs uses.

I fully understood the topic and i hope that we will score high marks in this preswntation because we really tried by all means to write everything that we dug from the internet and from our sharp minds as well. There were a few challenges in trying to combine the data but eventually we managed to cross that bridge and submitted our work on time. Another thing i learnt was time management. managing time is very important because we were given a deadline to submit and that made me realize that i have the ability to work under pressure. To sum it up, this was a very eventful group research and i loved every second of it.

Chong Kee Kee MLA 201005

2021-05-30 15:16:53 UTC

Hi Dr and my friends,

First of all, I'm so thankful to group with my coursemates for completing the article review of both CMC related articles. The group discussion with them was insightful and enjoyable. All of us are able to point out the differences and similarities of both selected articles. Definitely, It was so great to have this opportunity to exchange our mind in this discussion.

Besides of my thoughts regarding the articles, my groupmates did provided further insights about the same issues, which has given me the inspiration to analyse the articles in another point of view. Therefore, I'm really appreciate all the outcome of our discussion and it was a fruitful session.

Also, regarding the articles I have read, I think both articles are actually different in the scope of their study. One of the articles focus on the motivation of using Facebook in Mauritius context while the another article is more likely to explore the self-disclosure in developing online relationships.

Lastly, Thank you Dr for giving me this opportunity to have this wonderful discussion with my coursemates, and I have gain insights from that.

My Reflection

firdiani — 2021-06-02 05:14:04 UTC

Hello Dr and my friends. Herewith I share the reflections of doing the E-Portfolio. Happy reading and thank you :)

E-Portfolio Reflection

liewyi — 2021-06-09 02:41:43 UTC

Hello Dr and all!

We've reached the final assignment of the course, creating an E-Portfolio with WIX. It's a very fascinating process honestly, more about exploring and trial with different things on the site. Coming up with the template form gave a bigger picture on what will be included by me in the website, however could be even more defined when created in the site. When I finally got my hands on WIX, it becomes a playground for the expression of creativity and things I intend to share, as stated in my template form. So much of fun elements to add onto the site, with varying properties and functions made me realize how technology provides ease of access for users/bloggers/businesses online. I have had previous experiences with Blogger and WordPress however I guess WIX has become the newer trend, and it truly is! For what WIX can provides, definitely true to its popularity these days.

Concluding the E-Portfolio experience, this is definitely one of the assignment I had most fun with, since I get to express myself with creation online. Thank you Dr for the opportunity!

Take care everyone!

my reflection

olraghad3 — 2021-06-10 12:13:14 UTC

Hello Dr and all my classmates

we were given the task 3. It was about creating our own websites. our dr give us some examples of websites and also some tutorials videos that we can use to make our e-portfolo website which was too helpful to me to create my own site. Honestly our dr very generous and kind and always with if we need any help. I find it very interesting to build own site on wix app, at the end of task I have great experience especially create something new to me,I feel more comfortable and happy that at the end i do it, I create my own e-portfolo even it was in simple way thank you d

Nur Aisyah Hani

2021-06-12 11:59:51 UTC

Good day everyone!

It seems like the final task is very interesting! I would say that I have a very basic knowledge and skills to create my own website. Nevertheless, it does not mean that I could not do it. Our task to create an E-Portfolio is one of the way for us to be able to have an experience and insights on the technical part. Practically, after completing the website, I believe that this is one of the best platform for me to compile all of my notes and assignments for further reading. Apart for academic purposes, creating E-Portfolio can be one of the 'wow factor' for our future employer to have a look. Overall, it has given me a new experience and I would love to venture more into creating website. Despite having this semester online and we couldn't see each other, I got to know my classmates better by visiting their website. Thank you, prof for this opportunity.

My Reflection

yan20 — 2021-06-12 13:10:02 UTC

Hello Dr. and everyone!
First of all, I would like to thank Dr for giving us a valuable opportunity to experience this assignment. This is my first time creating my own E-portfolio with WIX and I think it is a very creative assignment. We could create depend on our ideas exactly and I think it gave full play to everyone's creativity and imagination, and by watching other students' works, I found that everyone has their own idea and the works were all very interesting.
Secondly, by watching the reference video given by the Dr and combining it with my own creation, I got to know more about Wix, the website creation platform. By experiencing each step of the creation process and the variety of options offered by the platform, I not only understood the functions of each option but also inspired to create more 💡.
All in all, I think it was a cool assignment that not only exercised our creativity to a great extent but also makes us have a skill. haha. Thank you, Dr!

Chong Kee Kee MLA 201005

2021-06-12 21:00:14 UTC

Hi Dr and my friends! I hope everyone is doing good!

First of all, I would like to thank you Dr for the opportunity for us to conduct this assignment, it was really interesting and I had so much fun while doing this assignment.

Before developing the e-portfolio, I have created a plan regarding the website that I will develop on Wix.com. Dr has provided us with a lot of guidance by giving the sample and template of the e-portfolio, it means a lot to me indeed! I have explored Wix.com followed the YouTube videos posted by Dr in order to write my proposal for the e-portfolio. I have separated the sections based on the navigators that I will set in my website, also, further elaborated the details of each section.

When I started to develop the e-portfolio, it was quite easy to use and the interface is clear for those who attempt to develop a website for the first time. Basically, I have chosen an aesthetic template for editing my e-portfolio based on the proposal I have submitted earlier.

Even though this is not my first time developing a website, but it was still considered challenging to me as I have never created an e-portfolio before. Therefore, thank you again to Dr who has assigned this interesting task for us to create our own websites with creativity. I really enjoyed doing this e-portfolio.

Olivia YUAN LINWEI MLA201006

yuanlinwei — 2021-06-24 16:59:50 UTC

Hello and good night, Dr and my dear classmates. Primarily, I would like to say sorry for my overdue reflection. Hope to get your pardon. My reflection is as follows:

In fact, at the beginning when I received this task, I was a bit panicked because making a website, as difficult as it sounds. But when I got in touch with wix, a strange, yet familiar feeling occurred. As my presentation on navigation to my Eportfolio mentioned, actually the string of numbers in my wixwebsite address(1836796562.wixwebsite.com) is my QQ account number that is a very popular social media platform in China. Qzone is a social network with hundreds of millions of users. It is the online home of QQ users and one of the core platforms of Tencent Group. We can play games, play dress-up, upload photos, publish posts, write logs.

I had felt better since I realised that Wixwebsite has a lot in common with Qzone. Of course, they are not exactly the same. For example, wix needs more links since I tend to put links to my assignments videos and links to related study materials, which are different from Qzone, I need to convert the links to make sure they are effective as well as convenient. To be honest, there is still some difficulty in completing the website, which is exhausting, but the sense of accomplishment after completing it is also very pleasant, even I will continue to build my website after completing my assignment and I believe it can introduce my own stuff as an incredible platform.

At the end, Dr thank you very much for giving us this opportunity to try to challenge something different. Creating a website is something that I would have found to be a very huge and difficult task before approaching this course, now that is just a piece of cake for me. In the future, I believe I have more courage to try to challenge something I have never been exposed to before. Thank you again.

My reflection of Critical Review

marene1 — 2022-07-02 05:16:30 UTC

As salam Dr..
My teammates both live in China but we were able to work together very well. Commitment and punctuality is very important to complete the task and we made it, thank you my teammates Wang and Chen Rui. In Whatsapp Group we introduce ourselves and set a date and time for discussion. We didn't have any problem during our virtual meeting with Google Meet, it's all clear and at the end we reached our understanding and we decided together which theme we chose for the assignments. Less than a week we all already posted in the WhatApp group some articles and we picked 2 and submitted. Once it's approved then we continue to keep updated and finally we complete the assignment and submit it a week before the due date.

My reflection of online entries

marene1 — 2022-07-02 05:37:58 UTC

It was my first experience using Flipgrid and I was a bit struggling at the beginning. As a non-digital native, speaking to no one or no human connection plus I’m type of extrovert personality, this assignment was very new to me.. it's not easy obviously. I like the idea of using technology in completing our tasks and I learned a lot from it too. During recording, I must imagine I’m talking to you Dr and to my classmates.. I wasn't good at doing that. So this is exactly what the actors do during the filming process where they have to imagine playing a part in front of the camera with no appearance of the opposite character, like just read the script to no one. Everyone has a unique way to present and it's very refreshing to watch my classmate's presentation and I can repeat to get the points if I missed it. I may not be used to it but in the future I might need it for future activity.

As salam Dr.. I’ve created an e-portfolio and a website previously and the purpose is to introduce and to give a brief information to potential customers about what I’m doing and programs we can provide for them professionally. In this kind of business it's very important to have our own website or e-portfolio to gain trust and to establish ourselves in our field. During creating and developing the website, my biggest challenge was I don't know anything about website design and my academic background is education and language which has nothing to do with IT or anything related with computer technology. But I determined and pushed myself to do it, explore and learn. After hundreds of trials and errors, stress and frustration, finally it's done. It takes 3 months for me to complete this mission just to publish a basic website or e-portfolio. Even though I had hard times doing it, I enjoy the learning process and once I see it's published, get some positive comments from viewers, the satisfaction is incredible. This assignment for our course is something new we learned and we can use the e-portfolio in future, especially for our career goals.

marene1 — 2022-07-16 06:25:47 UTC

My Reflection 2

azimaimanaziz — 2023-06-14 03:04:28 UTC

While doing this assignment, there are a few things that I learnt that I can share. First, I manage to find a few interesting articles related to CMC. Why I find it interesting is because I am interested in doing a research related to social media and communication. By doing this assignment, I found a few ideas on how computer mediated communications involves in exchange information either in textual, audio or audio formats that are transmitted, shared and controlled by the use of the modern technology. Previously, people only use computer to communicate online, but nowadays everyone can communicate as easy as 1 click on their phones. So, the world of academia is expanding very fast as the world are moving rapidly.

Aizatul Alyaa (2023)

2023-06-17 18:16:33 UTC

Hi Dr and everyone!

It has been a valuable learning experience to participate in the online discussion entries for our Computer Mediated Communication (CMC) course. My understanding of CMC has been enhanced by reading the articles provided and recording short videos to share our insights. A highlight of the experience has been the opportunity to observe my classmates' contributions to the discussion and to gain a better understanding of their perspectives.

On Flipgrid, I have been able to expand my understanding of CMC and challenge my own beliefs by participating in an interactive exchange of ideas. As a whole, participating in online discussions has been a valuable experience in which I have gained a greater understanding and appreciation of the field of Computer Mediated Communication (CMC).

Aizatul Alyaa (2023): Discussion on Critical Review Paper

2023-06-17 18:20:47 UTC

Hello Dr and my classmates!

As part of the requirement, the group project of finding and reviewing articles proved to be a challenging and rewarding experience. As we explored the vast world of CMC on Google Scholar, we were able to discover numerous branches and topics related to the subject. As a result of extensive discussion, we collectively decided to focus on the topic of artificial intelligence and chatbots, which sparked our interest. For this purpose, we divided the workload into pairs, with each pair synthesizing information from a selected article.

In order to complete this task, we were required to critically evaluate and compare the articles we found. Nevertheless, by working together, we were able to navigate through the complexity and complete the task on time. As a result of participating in this activity, I learned not only about the various aspects of the CMC, but also developed my research and critical thinking skills as well. Plus, I enjoyed collaborating with my peers and being exposed to their diverse perspectives and insights.

In summary, this discussion on critical review papers provided a valuable opportunity to explore a specific area within CMC and enhance our understanding of the subject.

Aizatul Alyaa (2023): Presentation on Critical Review Paper

2023-06-17 18:27:46 UTC

Good day everyone!

Participating in the presentation activities for our Critical Review Paper in the Computer Mediated Communication (CMC) class has been a valuable learning experience. Even though I did not encounter any difficulties with my individual presentation, our group faced some difficulties when it came to creating a recorded presentation.

However, despite these minor obstacles, it would have been more convenient for me to conduct the presentation face-to-face. In spite of this, working together on the presentation has provided us with an opportunity to develop our teamwork and coordination skills, allowing us to overcome the obstacles that we encountered.

In this process, I gained a better understanding of the importance of adaptability and flexibility when working collaboratively with technology. Despite my preference for face-to-face presentations, I greatly appreciate the opportunity to adapt and improve my abilities to collaborate effectively online.

Aizatul Alyaa (2023)

2023-06-17 18:30:42 UTC

Hello everybody!

My experience creating an E-Portfolio for our Wix website was initially challenging. In spite of this, I developed a better understanding of the process with the guidance provided by Dr. Rahim and the samples shared by previous students. The additional instructions and explanations provided by Dr. Rahim helped me to clarify the steps involved, which helped me to feel more confident about developing my own website. The concept of creating an e-portfolio allowed me to effectively organize and showcase my work, which I found to be a very helpful approach.

Hence, I gained valuable experience in website design, content creation, and presentation at each step. As a result of this activity, I have not only acquired technical knowledge but have also developed my creativity and ability to present my work in a visually appealing manner. In summary, creating an E-Portfolio for a Wix website has been a valuable learning experience, and I look forward to continuing to expand my knowledge and skills in CMC.

Ahmad Fadzli

2023-06-21 02:24:58 UTC

The online discussion entries were a nice introduction to this class where I learnt about CMC. After reading the article, it opened my eyes regarding CMC. It is something near with me, but I never thought about it. Sharing our thought and discussion through video recording in Flipgrid also increase my understanding about this topic.

Ahmad Fadzli

2023-06-21 02:49:16 UTC

While doing this assignment, I managed to look up several articles in CMC. I find it interesting to see the topic in this area because it is something advanced. In a fast paced world, CMC facilitates efficient communication by reducing the need for face to face meetings or lengthy phone call. It is also interesting to learn about text message, which is why I and Azim decided to choose an article about emoji and emoticon. Previously, people communicated only with the alphabet. Nowadays, emoticon and emoji also can convey a message. Learning about this emoticon and their interpretation is interesting, even though the interpretation may vary among readers. In this process, I gained valuable understanding of computer mediated communication, and it would be interesting to do a study in this area.

Ahmad Fadzli

2023-06-21 02:59:10 UTC

First of all, I would like to thank Dr for giving me this valuable opportunity to experience this assignment. This is my first time making a Eportfolio with Wix, and I think this is a very good assignment. It allows us to navigate through online platform to create a website. However, I had some difficulties in producing my Eportfolio because it required a lot of creativity and imagination, which I lack of. Thanks to examples from previous student, references videos from Dr, I got to know step by step on how to create a website. Eventhough I find it challenging, it find it fun and I would like to thank Dr again for assigning us this task. I really enjoyed doing this Eportfolio.

Reflection on Online Discussion Entries (2023)

mathildajangieanakramba — 2023-06-21 03:04:30 UTC

It was a good introduction to the field, especially as it addressed the theories related to the course. Out of the two articles provided, I selected Bubas's (2001) article which discusses CMC theories and phenomena: the factors that affect collaboration over the Internet. Furthermore, the entries about hyper-personal communication and behavioral disinhibition have helped me relate these phenomena to social media.

As I mentioned above, I was able to link social presence with the use of online dating applications, since both involve idealized perceptions of message producers and optimized self-presentations. Moving forward, I have also discussed problematic behaviours relative to social media, primarily cyberbullying. For instance, users can take advantage of the Internet’s anonymity feature which may shield them from negative consequences.

In a way, this knowledge application has helped me further understand CMC foundation knowledge. As the assignment provided a space for discussing our opinions, I broadened my horizons as well. Through the video entries of my classmates, and those who elaborated on the same topic, I have been able to view the issues of CMC in a fresh perspective.

Nur Atikah Batrisyia's (2023)

batrisyia1998 — 2023-06-21 03:12:12 UTC

To be part of this course was an advantage for me because I was given the opportunity to learn on the theories and application of computer mediated communication. I am interested in this field, as for my master project I am using the advantages of CMC into it.

For the first assignment, we were given two articles to choose from, hence I chose the “CMC Theories and Phenomena”. The article given was easy for me to understand and we are required to record two videos based on the article. I have read the article twice to highlight the important key findings that I can from the video. For my video, I decided to do a problem related to CMC and theories related to CMC.

For the theories related to CMC that I found based on the article, I decided to elaborate on the social presence theory and media richness theory. This is not the first time I encountered social presence theory because during last semester, I used this theory for my mini scale research for Theorizing Digital Culture (TDC) course. More or less I already have the background knowledge of it and reading this article has enhanced my understanding of it. As for the media richness theory, this is the first time I am reading it and to have more knowledge about it, I have done some reading outside the article which allows me to have a better understanding.

There are three points that I decided to point out based on the problem that is related to CMC which are the reduced self-restraint, deviating from social norms, and lack of accountability. All of these points are selected based on the article and I also provide more explanation on it in my video including some examples for the viewers of my video.

After completing the video, I had a few difficulties uploading the video into Flipgrid because I was uploading the video through the website instead of using the application in the mobile phone. Thus, for improvement, I have inserted the background for my video so that my video looks more lively.

Azim Reflection 1

2023-06-21 03:55:33 UTC

I am very excited to join this class because I think that nowadays we can connect with other people anytime and anywhere. Global interaction and the removal of geographical boundaries have been made possible via CMC, which has changed the way people interact. Business, education, social connections, and several other facets of daily life have all been transformed by it. So, it is a pleasure to learn this subject taught by Dr. Rahim so that I can explore more about CMC.

Syuhaidah binti Susli (MHL221018) 2023

2023-06-21 04:53:14 UTC

Hi my classmates and Prof. As everyone know, we are utilizing Flip application to post our online discussion. I did two entries in the applications. First, I present on m y understanding of the Hyperpersonal Model of CMC developed by Joseph Walther. The theory explains on how online interactions can sometimes be even more personal and intimate than face-to-face interactions.

To complete this task, I have read on the given articles by the lecturer and picked out the important information. After doing so, I turned on the Flip and recorded my thoughts and ideas on it.

From this activity, I have learnt on how to use the Flip application as well as to speak my thoughts on the article using the online platforms. Recording in one take is a new challenge for me, especially when it comes to article review. I also found out that in Flip we can only upload a maximum of 10 minutes! Because of that, I have to edit my videos and cut some parts out to fit into the duration requirement of Flip.

Syuhaidah binti Susli (MHL221018) 2023

2023-06-21 05:09:46 UTC

The second main assessment in this course is critical reviewing a paper. My group mates and I have decided to focus our study on 2 articles which are focusing on AI and chatbots. Alyaa and I focused on article titled as ‘Talking to a bot or a wall? How chatbots vs. human agents affect anticipated communication quality’ meanwhile Batrisyia and Mathilda chose on ‘AI-mediated apology in a multilingual work context: Implications for perceived authenticity and willingness to forgive’. For this assessment we must record a group discussion, an individual reaction to the article and one writing assessment.

To complete this task, we divided our tasks among ourselves and set the date for the recording. The writing of the articles review got easier as time went by as I had grasped the idea on how to complete it. Even though it had many parts that need to be meticulously inspected and wrote, but with the help with my groupmates, I find the writing part of this assessment was very informative for my study in the next two semesters.

However, I encountered a little mishap during the recording because of my low Internet connection. I had to exit the discussion and get into it for a few times as the connection made it hard for me to stay on the website for too long. I personally, was sorry to my group mates for the difficulty caused on my side.

Syuhaidah binti Susli (MHL221018) 2023

2023-06-21 05:33:55 UTC

The third assessment involved the process of making up a website to be our portfolio. I believe this assessment helped us to keep tracked of our past assignments and gave us the ideas on how to build up a website. We make use of the Wix website to complete this assignment.

I navigated around the features the websites have and tried to make my portfolio. On my first try, I used a bold dark green as the background as it the time went by, I think white background looks easier on the eyes. The colour play was very important for me. In this portfolio, there were a few tabs that needed to be on the website including about me, collection of assignments, CMC reflections, MHLC courses, resources, and contact.

I found that this activity is very informative and fun to do. I love websites designing a lot and this is definitely the most fun and less pressure assessment throughout the course. Now, I knew how to design my website using Wix.

Reflection on Critical Review (Write Up) 2023

mathildajangieanakramba — 2023-06-24 06:31:43 UTC

In this groupwork, my pair (Batrisyia) and I worked on an article that focuses on the implementation of AI in an interpersonal communication within a multilingual work context. Based on the findings, I have come to learn that authenticity of apology is diminished due to the use of AI-MC tools. This has also led to the diminished willingness to forgive, and the attempt of self-disclosure did not help the situation of the apologizer as well.

From this, I was able to reflect on the context of the study. If the study was conducted in an Asian context, I believe the outcomes would be rather different. As we know, the Asian communities are known to be bilinguals and multilinguals, and English education comes second after the native/ national language in most Asian countries. Therefore, the bilingual community would then understand the challenges of learning English and the speakers should be able to empathize with one another, specifically when it comes to English language proficiency.

Rather than frowning upon the use of AI-MC tools, people should really reflect on the need of using the tools in the first place. It can be perceived as an effort to enhance the communication and to fix speech errors, with respect to making it comprehensible for the intended reader. Learning another language is a never-ending process and over time, technology has come to aid that process. Thus, the initiative of AI tools such as machine translation, grammar correction and spell checkers should not be downplayed as lack of effort.

From this activity, I was able to enhance my understanding the implications of AI in a communication setting and that people have mixed reactions to the use of AI itself. Alongside the insightful exposure to the topic, this assignment has also strengthen my critical thinking: particularly in understanding the balance between the bad and the good of AI interference.

Reflection on Critical Review (Presentation)

mathildajangieanakramba — 2023-06-24 07:16:06 UTC

For this same assignment, we (Alyaa, Syuhaidah, Batrisyia and I), were tasked to present our findings and make comparisons between the two articles. As both pairs chose the articles that pertains to the use of AI in a professional setting, we compared the methodology and the findings of the study. To this, we have extracted several themes from the comparisons.

For starters, both experimental studies have illustrated people’s negative perception towards AI. The two studies doubt the efficiency of AI (in a chatbot and within AI-MC tools), perceiving it as a threat to humanity that will replace manpower. Contrary to my belief, where I view AI as a valuable tool that assists day-to-day business activities such as professional communication and it is time efficient. When used properly, AI is indeed a good assistant, and one should not fully rely on AI and stop putting effort at what they do.

Aside from that, both articles have highlighted on the communication quality when involving AI, where the messages seem to lack interpersonal touch. As a result of this assignment, I have learned the importance of regulating AI use, where it should not interfere with interpersonal communication and that AI-enhanced text should still convey the intended meaning and expression. After all, developing meaningful communication is one of the main goals of communication, so people should pay attention to how it is accomplished and be transparent about the process.

Reflection on E-Portfolio (2023)

mathildajangieanakramba — 2023-06-24 09:56:40 UTC

From this activity, I have been able to channel my creativity into digital graphic design, particularly website design. In addition, I have gained insight into what it takes to build a website, so I am indeed grateful for Wix's beginner-friendly features. As I created my e-portfolio, arranged, and aligned multimedia elements, I learned that such processes take time and needs a lot of patience. Although I encountered no technical problems when building my Wix site, I spent a lot of time exploring the available features and learning how to use them.

My e-portfolio was envisioned after seeing the Wix example and I was able to work towards it over time. This platform is really user-friendly and helpful for beginners because it provides so much guidance. It allows users to customise several ready-made templates or users may also start designing a website from scratch. Another Wix feature that caught my attention was the spacious interface view of the edit mode, where the editing tools do not overcrowd the screen.

Overall, it was a fun and meaningful learning experience. Although the personalisation experience was limited to the free basic features, it was still a worthwhile start. In the end, I was able to construct a website that was aesthetically pleasing, while being informative and professional nonetheless.

Nur Atikah Batrisyia [Critical Paper Review] (Individual Review)

batrisyia1998 — 2023-06-28 18:02:46 UTC

Good day to Dr and my classmates <3

This is the second assignment for this course that we have to complete. In this assignment, my group mates are Alyaa, Mathilda, and Syuhaidah. I am forever grateful to have them because they have helped me a lot in completing this assignment.

For the first task in this assignment, we are required to find two research articles. We chose the article from Scopus. The first article is “AI-mediated apology in a multilingual work context: Implications for perceived authenticity and willingness to forgive” and the second article is “Talking to a bot or a wall? How chatbots vs. human agents affect anticipated communication quality”. Alyaa and Syuhaidah choose to do the review for the first article, meanwhile me and Mathilda do the second article.

Next, each one of us needs to record a short 3 to 5 minutes video on Flipgrid and do our personal view and a conceive summary of the chosen article using the points that have been given by Dr. I started off with explaining the summary of the article including the aims and objectives. Following that, I also explained the methodology used and the appropriateness of the methods used for the study. I also explained the strength and the weakness of the article which leads to my personal opinion on how to improve it.

REFLECTION ON E-PORTFOLIO

batrisyia1998 — 2023-06-28 18:20:00 UTC

I never knew that makin my own website is this exciting. I was able to create a website which portray who am I and use my own creativity to place the images, button, and links. I was impressed by the Wix's extensive collection of elements which allowed me to integrate various functionalities seamlessly. During making this website, I was glad that I did not experience any legging or server down and I could say that this website was able to provide me a smooth user experience. Through the process of creating a Wix website for my e-portfolio, I learned valuable skills in web design and development. Experimenting with different layouts and templates allowed me to understand the importance of visual aesthetics and user experience. I also gained proficiency in content organization and storytelling, as I strategically curated and presented my work and achievements. Overall, creating a Wix website was a delightful and empowering experience for me and I was able to share with everyone my work.

Nur Atikah Batrisyia [Critical Paper Review ](Write-up)

batrisyia1998 — 2023-06-28 18:34:23 UTC

To complete the assignment, we need to do the write up which requires us to critically evaluate the article papers that we have chosen. Writing a critical review paper for our group project proved challenging yet rewarding. Exploring various articles on computer-mediated communication (CMC) expanded our knowledge and led us to focus on artificial intelligence and chatbots. We use the Google Document to do our write-up because it allows us to collaborate effectively and see in-time progress by my groupmates. By collaborating and critically evaluating the chosen articles, we enhanced our research and critical thinking skills while benefiting from diverse perspectives. This is not my first time working with Alyaa, Syuhaidah, and Mathilda, which makes me understand how they work and makes me comfortable working with them. Overall, this experience deepened my understanding of CMC and its implications especially related to AI and chatbots.

Nur Atikah Batrisyia [Critical Paper Review] (Presentation)

batrisyia1998 — 2023-06-28 18:48:15 UTC

Before starting our presentation, Syuhaidah tried to record using the Google Meet, however her Google Meet does not have the record meeting function and luckily in my Google Meet, I have the button. To make our recording more secure, Mathilda helped to record it as well using her laptop as a backup recording. Our presentation is 40 minutes long and I was shocked when I found out that we presented that long. In the future, I think we can limit ourselves to 3-5 minutes each for the presentation to avoid wasting a lot of time. Along the presentation, Syuhaidah is having difficulties with her internet connection which results in her appearance and disappearance throughout the recording. To fix it during the presentation, we switch off our camera and only open it during our turns. In future, I hope that we can do a face-to-face presentation or record it personally and combine the video to avoid internet connection difficulties.

Rozhafiezam Bin Rosdi (MHL211003)

2023-06-30 13:27:45 UTC

Hello Dr. and everyone. For the first task which is the Online Discussion Entry, I was required to carefully read an article regarding computer mediated communication and then record a video of me discussing about the theories presented in the article. This task was very interesting for me because I was given the very first exposure to computer mediated communication. It was a wonderful experience as I got to know more about what I was going to be learning in the class in the future. Using the Flipgrid application/website as the medium of sharing the recorded responses was a brilliant idea. Previously, I had never known that such medium existed and I was very surprised but also intrigued as to how to use it. Once I got to know more about it however, I was very happy because I got to watch my classmates' videos as well. It allowed us to watch each others' responses to the article and discuss more about it. It was a very great experience and an excellent activity for new students like us.

Rozhafiezam Bin Rosdi (Critical Paper Review) [Write-Up]

2023-06-30 14:32:44 UTC

In this assignment, we were tasked with forming a group and selecting two different articles that were related to Computer Mediated Communication. We have decided to choose articles related to the usage of emoticons online and their purpose. I and my team (Azim, Fadzli and Najeeb) worked together in order to finish this assignment. We divided the tasks among us and each member will be responsible for that particular part of the write-up. My team members gave full cooperation and I have to say I was very grateful for having them. It was a memorable experience and I love the journey that we had gone through together.

Rozhafiezam Bin Rosdi (Critical Paper Review) [Presentation]

2023-06-30 14:56:55 UTC

For the presentation part of this assignment, we encountered a problem. Since the presentation was in a form of a recorded Google Meet video, it was quite a challenge to schedule the meeting. Having four members in a group will definitely help to lighten the burden of the task, but it was also extremely difficult to schedule a meeting where all four of us are able to attend. So, we decided to compromise and divided the presentation into two separate videos of an article each. Me and Najeeb presented the first article while Azim and Fadzli presented the second article. With this plan, we were able to excel in the presentation and finish the assignment.

Rozhafiezam Bin Rosdi (Reflection on E-Portfolio)

2023-06-30 15:14:50 UTC

This assignment was my favourite part of the whole course. I was always interested in creating a website. However, I never knew how or where to start. This assignment helped me to understand of creating a fully functioning website from A to Z. I have always thought that making a website is an easy process. But after having actually completed my website, it was a lot more tiring than I thought. Using Wix was very interesting because it helped me to easily create my website. But the process and the amount of time that it took astonished me. I will never look at a website the same way again because now I finally understand the amount of work and dedication that it needs in order for it to be up there on the internet.

ZOU QIAOQIAO MHL221022

2024-05-11 11:53:18 UTC

Hi, Dr. and classmates.

I would like to share some of my reflections from this event. Through this activity, I understood the CMC theory. Through these videos, I have the opportunity to express my understanding of CMC theory and provide personal insights and reflections. This not only strengthened my understanding of the material, but also developed my communication skills.

Additionally, providing feedback on classmates' recordings promotes collaboration and facilitates learning from classmates. By critically engaging with my classmates' explanations and perspectives, I gain additional perspectives and refine my understanding through discussion and debate. I hope to make progress together with everyone.

XIANG HAOYUE (MHL231014)

2024-05-16 09:28:20 UTC

Hi, Dr. and everyone. Glad to share my feelings after this mini task.

Actually at first I was a little confused when I first knew what we were going to accomplish. Even though I knew its connection with F2F, but in fact, there is very little understanding of CMC.

Based on the very clear information provided and the guidance and help of the Dr., I can understand the specific learning content step by step and know from which aspects and angles I should read and analyze the literature.

I also understand the importance of reading literature with a critical mindset.Only in this way can I be more interested in continuing to read and understand the article more deeply. In addition, I can also connect the content with the knowledge I have learned, so that the newly acquired knowledge can truly become digestible content.

Overall, although this was a very difficult task for me, it was still a meaningful learning experience,and this task really inspired me to want to know more about CMC. And also Dr. thank you for your help.

XIE LING（MHL231019）

2024-05-24 07:38:30 UTC

This discussion was conducted online with my team members and we were actually planning to write the critical review before having this discussion, but later we realized that we need to have a discussion first to combine our ideas as well as views. So we chose to have the discussion first. I think one of the difficulties in this online discussion is in our choosing the right time to negotiate, because it is important to find a time that is convenient for everyone. In addition, during the process of recording the google meet, we also had some problems, because our first recording was not successful, we made three recordings, so this let me know that in teamwork, we need to cooperate with each other, so that this work can be better accomplished.

WANGMENG (MHL231027)

2024-05-24 18:32:52 UTC

During my studies at CMC, I conducted a comprehensive search for CMC concepts and related articles to read and understand. This search provided me with a deeper understanding of CMC theory. I initially searched for articles about CMC on various websites, including Google Scholar, Science Direct, and Scopus. I then compiled the important theories and opinions presented in each paper and conducted my own analysis and understanding.

In light of the ongoing developments in science and technology, the theory of CMC is becoming increasingly significant. It is transforming the manner in which information is received, as well as influencing the behaviors and psychology of individuals. Moreover, studying CMC theory offers a more profound comprehension of the media. Through a series of academic qualifications, I have gained a deeper understanding of communication and acquired a wealth of knowledge that I had not previously encountered.

WANG MENG (MHL231027)

2024-05-24 18:34:07 UTC

WANG MENG（MHL231027）

2024-05-24 18:36:59 UTC

In the context of critical review writing, the most challenging aspect appears to be the integration of two distinct articles. It is essential to identify the differences and similarities between the two articles. Consequently, it is imperative to possess a profound comprehension of the theoretical frameworks and perspectives elucidated in the two articles under scrutiny. When encountering an individual with whom I am unfamiliar, I will conduct extensive research on the subject in question, summarize the pertinent information, and analyze it through my own understanding.

MANON MANI A/P RAVICHANDRAN (MHL231004)

2024-05-26 15:26:52 UTC

Hello my classmates and Prof, I'm glad that I can share my perspective of the online discussion entries. Firstly, I did on two entries which is started with social presence theory and f2f communication vs CMC. This theory explains the differences of having face to face communication with CMC and also the impression management . It can see that both have their prons and cons of it.

To complete the task give, I have read the given articles and pick the main points for me to eloborate and explain it using Flip and record with the slides presentation. From this activity, I have learnt the new app of Flip to record myself to present my slides and videos as well where i I faced some challenges as well where the it has a duration limit and I have to separate my video into two and upload it

MANON MANI A/P RAVICHANDRAN(MHL231004) Critical review Paper ( Write-up )

2024-05-27 03:54:45 UTC

In the critical review section, our team undertook a comprehensive analysis of both articles, examining their relevance, strengths, weaknesses, and presenting our opinions and views. To efficiently manage this task, we divided the responsibilities, assigning each team member a specific aspect of the review. This approach ensured a thorough and balanced evaluation of both articles. Our collaboration was exemplary, with everyone contributing their part diligently and effectively. It was a pleasure to work with such a cooperative and dedicated team, and our collective efforts resulted in a well-rounded and insightful review

MANON MANI A/P RAVICHANDRAN ( MHL231004) Critical Review Paper (Presentation)

2024-05-27 04:17:22 UTC

For this part, we engaged in group presentations where each team member contributed to the discussion and analysis of both articles in Google Meet. Everyone shared their opinions and thoughts on the articles, discussing their content and key points. This session was particularly interesting and enjoyable, as it allowed us to exchange diverse perspectives and feedback on the articles we selected. Following our group discussion, we assigned two members to focus on each article, ensuring a detailed and balanced review. This collaborative approach not only enhanced our understanding of the articles but also showcased our effective teamwork and communication

MANON MANI A/P RAVICHANDRAN ( MHL231004)

2024-05-27 04:27:41 UTC

Creating a website using Wix.com was a particularly interesting experience for me, as I had never used this platform to create a portfolio before. Previously, I relied on Google Drive for my portfolio needs, so exploring Wix.com was a new and exciting challenge. Initially, I found it a bit daunting to familiarize myself with all the features, but as I progressed, I became more comfortable and adept at using the platform. Wix.com proved to be user-friendly and very convenient, making the process of building my portfolio enjoyable. This experience not only expanded my skill set but also provided me with a more dynamic and visually appealing way to present my work.

ZHENG XINYU(MHL231017)

ZhengXinYu00 — 2024-05-29 19:39:07 UTC

Hello,Dr. and everyone.After reading a literature on Computer Mediated Communication (CMC),I made two videos to share my reading on Flip.Here is the reflection after making the videos:by reading and organizing the key points in the literature,I not only deepened my understanding of CMC, but also realized how computer-mediated communication affects people's face-to-face daily communication and information dissemination in modern society.I learned the challenges of translating academic content into an accessible video format.I needed to be simplifying the language in order for the viewers to be able to easily understand the content of the literature. This pushed me to pay more attention to the simplicity and intuitive nature of language in my expressions.

ZHENG XINYU(MHL231017)

ZhengXinYu00 — 2024-05-29 19:51:44 UTC

During this critical paper review, I deeply realized the value of teamwork. Each member brought different articles and perspectives, and through discussion, we were able to complement and refine each other's understanding of CMC. Teamwork not only improved the depth and breadth of our analysis of the problem, but also taught us how to collaborate effectively to accomplish the task together. The articles chosen by the team members were all unique and covered different aspects of CMC. Through sharing and discussion, we were able to examine the same topic from multiple perspectives and gain a more comprehensive and stereotyped understanding. At the same time, when writing a critical paper review, I needed to organize and summarize my own content with the ideas of the others, which improved my written expression and logical organization skills.

XIANG HAOYUE (MHL231014) Critical paper review (Write-up)

2024-05-30 04:03:17 UTC

In this part, I deeply realized the importance of group cooperation. First, we need to hold a group meeting and then discuss with the group members to choose the articles we want to read, and we need to ensure that the contents of the selected literature have a certain similarity, so that it can help us to conduct critical reading and analysis.

In addition, our team members also need to divide the work reasonably and work closely together. In this part, I think each of our team members did a good job, choosing the part that suits them very smoothly and completing it very carefully. However, not everyone just ignores it after completing their own part. The four of us read each other's parts very carefully and gave corresponding comments and suggestions for improvement. We modified the format together and supervised each other. I think this group atmosphere is very good, and I am very honored to be one of them.

XIANG HAOYUE(MHL231014) Critical paper review (Presentation)

2024-05-30 04:15:53 UTC

In this part,after our group held a meeting to discuss and finalize the selected literature, each member of our group conducted a personal critical reading of the selected literature and recorded a presentation video based on our understanding.

Therefore, this also requires us to read the literature we choose carefully, not only to finish reading it, but also to read it with critical thinking.According to the reading perspective provided by the dr, we must truly understand the literature, know the advancement of the literature and the challenges it faces, know the results obtained from the literature and how it can help future research.Try to use specific case studies to understand CMC at a deeper level.It was a very meaningful attempt and experience for me.

XIANG HAOYUE (MHL231014)

2024-05-30 05:07:04 UTC

According to the video link provided by the Doctor, through the initial instructions and step-by-step guidance, as well as the existing web page templates provided by the Wix.com platform, it is not a difficult process to create your own web page.Although the steps are very tedious, you will feel a great sense of accomplishment when you finally succeed in doing it.

When designing a web page, the first thing I did was to fill out the E-PORTFOLIO form. This document allowed me to sort out my thoughts before actually making the web page, and know what to do in each part and what content to include.After referring to the web pages that previous students have completed, I also have a clearer general ideas about the colors and presentation of my own web pages.I encountered many difficulties when designing the webpage, such as the inability to insert the URL or the computer crashing due to insufficient capacity.

I also had an emotional breakdown because of facing so many difficulties and being unable to save the content I had been working on for a long time, but this is also a kind of growth and experience. I finally completed my own personal website that made me very satisfied. This is not only a good ending to this course, but also a good answer to myself.

ZHENG XINYU(MHL231017)

ZhengXinYu00 — 2024-05-30 15:49:46 UTC

I was very impressed with the creation of a website using Wix. In the process of learning and using Wix, I have gained many new insights and perspectives on the platform.

The user interface of Wix is very intuitive and easy to use. For someone with no programming background like me, Wix's drag-and-drop editor is definitely a huge advantage. With simple drag-and-drop operations, I can easily add text, images, videos, etc., and make adjustments to the layout of the site.Wix provides a wealth of templates and design elements, making it possible for even novice users to quickly create professional and aesthetically pleasing websites.

Wix's customization features are very powerful. Although the templates are already beautiful, I can still deeply customize them to my personal preferences. By adjusting colors, fonts, layouts, and other details, I was able to create a website that perfectly matched my own style. This high degree of freedom in the design space not only meets my individual needs, but also inspires my creativity.

ZOU QIAOQIAO( MHL221022)

2024-05-31 15:35:52 UTC

When choosing the paper "Unpacking Medium Effects on Social Psychological Processes in Computer-mediated Communication Using the Social Relations Model", I was attracted by its innovativeness and empirical research. This paper uses the SRM model to explore the impact of different media on social psychological processes. This not only enriches my understanding of CMC, but also provides me with a new research perspective.

Through this assignment, I not only improved my critical thinking and academic writing skills, but also gained a deeper understanding of the CMC field. I realize that in future research, we need to pay more attention to the cutting-edge and representativeness of the literature, and pay more attention to the adequacy of arguments and logical rigor in critical analysis.

ZOU QIAOQIAO( MHL221022)

2024-05-31 15:40:35 UTC

In the process of making the E-Portfolio, I first clarified the goal to demonstrate what I have learned in the CMC course.

The main challenge I encountered throughout the entire production process was how to balance the richness of the content with the simplicity of the page. By constantly adjusting the content layout and use of multimedia elements, I finally found a happy balance. Through this experience of making an E-Portfolio, I learned how to systematically organize and display personal achievements and skills, and improved my web design skills.

HE TINGTING (MHL231020

2024-05-31 16:21:43 UTC

I've just shared two fantastic videos on Flip about the CMC programme. One explores different forms of communication, and the other introduces Social Information Processing Theory (SIPT). These videos really got me thinking about the way we communicate in the digital age.

The first video is a real eye-opener! It reveals the incredible complexity of different forms of communication in the computer medium. By discussing tools such as email, social media, instant messaging, etc., I was amazed to realise that in the modern world, we can communicate with others through multiple channels! This made me realise that we have the power to be flexible and adapt to different forms of communication. We can embrace the challenges and opportunities that each form may bring!

Secondly, the second video introduced the Social Information Processing Theory, which is an amazing theory that explores how people process and interpret information transmitted through CMC. This really got me thinking about how individuals process information in the digital environment. I began to think about how I understand and interpret information when reading emails, browsing social media or participating in online forums. It was a fascinating process! This theory opened my eyes to a whole new way of understanding the complexities of digital communication.

The sharing of these two videos made me realise that in the digital age, we have the incredible opportunity to understand different forms of communication and how people process information within these forms. These reflections will help me to better cope with the challenges of communication in modern society and to communicate and interact more effectively in the digital environment. I can't wait to put these new skills into practice! I am thrilled to say that the content of these courses has not only enhanced my learning, but also provided me with invaluable insights for my future academic and professional career.

HE TINGTING (MHL231020

2024-05-31 16:38:19 UTC

After critically reviewing the two articles on computer-mediated communication (CMC) in language education, it becomes evident that both pieces offer significant contributions to the field.

Firstly, they address crucial aspects of CMC and language education, emphasizing the relevance of technology in modern learning environments. Article 1 delves into the impact of virtual exchanges on teacher candidates' development, while Article 2 explores the integration of synchronous video CMC technologies into L2 Spanish teaching. These topics resonate strongly in today's digital era, where technology plays an increasingly vital role in education.

Secondly, both articles showcase innovative approaches to language education through the utilization of CMC technologies. Article 1 introduces virtual exchanges as a means for real-time language teaching practice and intercultural communication, while Article 2 explores the enhancement of students' oral fluency and linguistic skills through one-on-one interactions with native speakers via SVCMC technologies.

Furthermore, empirical support strengthens the credibility of both articles. Article 1 draws from pre- and post-surveys, journal reflections, and audio recordings analysis, demonstrating the positive impact of virtual exchanges on teacher candidates' development. Similarly, Article 2 employs a cognitive-interactionist approach to analyze SVCMC activities, highlighting their potential for promoting L2 development.

However, each article has its strengths and weaknesses. Article 1 impresses with its innovative approach and empirical support but faces limitations in scope and methodology. Conversely, Article 2 shines in its focus on practical language learning activities and theoretical framework but encounters challenges in transcription accuracy and sample representativeness.

Despite these differences, both articles underscore the importance of technology integration and reflective practices in language education. While they share a common goal of enhancing language learning outcomes, their unique contexts, methodologies, and participant interactions provide valuable insights for educators navigating the digital age. Ultimately, these articles contribute to the ongoing discourse on optimizing language education in diverse educational settings.

XIE LING （MHL231019）

2024-06-03 04:49:22 UTC

In fact, when we carried out this work, it went smoothly in terms of teamwork because of the discussions we had in the early stage. However, I also had some doubts about the two articles we found, because although both articles were related to CMC and network behavior and language learning, in the process of in-depth analysis, I felt that there were great differences between them, and in order to solve this problem, I looked for related studies to conduct a parallel analysis, which showed us the importance of choosing articles. However, it also made me realize that it is precisely because there are some confusions that we should keep exploring and going deeper into the research to learn more in the process.

XIE LING （MHL231019）

2024-06-03 05:03:18 UTC

One interesting thing I realized while working on the ePortfolio is that the wix website design process kind of bears some resemblance to China's WeChat public platform publishing, especially in terms of overall typography and plugin application. And in the process of designing my e-portfolio, I have my own different ideas, challenges to design different styles and how to make my content more attractive, as well as how to present it more complete and aesthetically pleasing. Ideas and thoughts about more e-portfolio, I also incorporated them into my wix, and I think that this assignment gave me a different experience to understand what I learned in this course and how I can combine my knowledge with practice in my future study and work.

JIANG YULIN(MHL231022)

2024-06-03 08:32:56 UTC

I read two articles and have a brief understanding of CMC. First, CMC brings convenience to public life and makes people's communication no longer limited by time and space. However, CMC may make people become unfamiliar, and the birth of high technology may make the distance between people become further, and the communication between people loses the benefit of expression and tone. It's not always easy to talk about things, so I think it's important to take a critical look at it and use the power of CMC while having face-to-face conversations with people from time to time.

JIANG YULIN(MHL231022)Critical paper review(Presentation)

2024-06-03 08:38:17 UTC

In this part, the team members and I read two articles about CMC together and put forward several questions. In the discussion, everyone expressed their own opinions and opinions, deeply discussed the content of the articles, felt the help CMC brings to life and what the limitations are. We learned the role of CMC in the workplace, which enables people in the company to understand each other. At the same time, to protect their own privacy, we realize that CMC still needs to improve.

JIANG YULIN(MHL231022)Critical paper review(Write-up)

2024-06-03 08:42:34 UTC

After the discussion with the team members, we summarized our own views, first wrote our own review, and finally summed it up again to form a complete article review, in which we wrote our respective understanding of CMC and pointed out the limitations and benefits of the articles, including the similarities and differences between the two articles, and made critical comments.

JIANG YULIN(MHLC231022)

2024-06-03 09:28:00 UTC

I had never made my own website, so I didn't know how to start at all, and then I learned about Wix.com this platform and thought it would be difficult to make a website, but when I tried it, I found that it was not the case. The platform provides a lot of templates and components for making websites, I can freely choose my favorite accessories to combine, just think about what to do on each page, what type of board style is needed, and finally I chose my favorite website style to complete my website, I think this is a new attempt and very interesting

Arnianti Parnisiska

2024-06-03 17:26:29 UTC

Hello Everyone!

On the second-fourth week we have complete the online entries assignment. this is a reflections of the learning experience available to participate in the online discussions entries for the computer media communication or CMC Course. To understanding of CMC has been changed by reading the article we found and recording a short video to share our insight, the video are divided into 2 parts. After reading my article, I was able to expand my understanding of CMC and how Computer Mediated Communication differs from Face-to-Face. In addition, it challenges my own beliefs by looking at the ideas and understanding of my peers and I am gaining a greater understanding and appreciation of CMC.

Arnianti Parnisiska

2024-06-03 17:28:07 UTC

Hello Everyone !

In weeks 4-9 we had critical review assignments both individually and in groups. Although my individual presentation video went well, our group faced some challenges in recording the presentation as a whole.

While exploring various sources on Google Scholar about the world of CMC, we came across a wide array of topics related to the subject. After a long discussion, we decided to focus on the topic of the differences between computer-mediated and face-to-face communication that interested us. As part of the assignment, our group project to find and review articles proved to be a challenging yet rewarding experience. Each of us reviewed an article and made a short video of our review.

I reviewed an article entitled "other attentivness in video consultation openings: A conversation analysis of video mediated vs face to face consultations" when reviewing I did not experience any obstacles other than time management in making videos because we were limited in time while there were many important things that I thought I needed to include, but this is the challenge of all things must be in line and go well.

This assignment added to my insight into CMC and face to face learning, that the effectiveness of computer-mediated communication is not only effective in the field of education but also in the world of health

Arnianti Parnisiska (Write-Up Reflection)

2024-06-03 17:30:22 UTC

Hello Everyone!

In weeks 7-8, we had to critically evaluate and compare the articles we found and had completed our individual videos.The next task was to write a review paper.

This task was quite complicated, however, our teamwork allowed us to complete the task on time. Each article was analyzed by 2 people and I got the part to do the evaluation, reviewing the strengths and weaknesses of the research as well as the similarities in methodology and findings between the two articles. The limitation of the number of pages of the paper also made it a bit difficult for us. We had to be good at managing the right words per sentence so that the writing of our review was short but still understood and appropriate.

However, participating in this activity, I not only learned aspects of CMC, but also developed my research and critical thinking skills. In addition, I really enjoyed collaborating with my peers and being exposed to their diverse perspectives and insights.

Arnianti Parnisiska

2024-06-03 17:33:16 UTC

Hello Everyone!

My experience creating a portfolio of applications for the website was challenging and engaging. Although at the beginning of our meeting, Prof Dr. Rahim explain about this assignment I was very confused and worried but after arriving when this assignment started I was very happy because Prof had provided us a video tutorial of creating an account and how to manage it and it was very helpful, as well as in the creation of e-portfolios Prof. also shared with us student samples of previous students, the additional instructions and explanations provided by Prof. Rahim helped me clarify the steps involved which helped me feel more confident about my own website.

The experience about website design, was very interesting for me as I am a typical design person. the content creation and presentation as well as reorganising all my assignment tasks both in this Cmc course and the courses during these 2 semesters was very enjoyable indirectly I saw and relearned. I also feel that this assignment is very useful not only to get a grade for this course assignment, but it will also be useful in the world of work later.

SONG ZHEHUI(MHL231025)

songzhehui — 2024-06-10 13:27:03 UTC

My team members and I found two articles about CMC. This article dives into a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of computer-mediated communication (CMC) - the role of lurkers or passive participants. It sheds light on the potential influence these non-visible participants have on communication dynamics, which is an area that definitely warrants more attention in research.

I appreciate how the article not only identifies the existence of lurkers but also acknowledges their potential impact on communication dynamics, despite their lack of active engagement. It's a reminder that participation in CMC goes beyond visible contributions and encompasses various forms of engagement that may not be immediately apparent.

The suggestions for researching lurkers and studying communication visibility through different lenses such as technological features, user behaviors, and organizational policies are valuable. These approaches offer a comprehensive way to understand how communication visibility evolves in digital spaces and its implications for social interactions.

Overall, I find the article insightful and thought-provoking, prompting researchers and practitioners alike to reconsider how we perceive and study participation in digital communication environments. It also highlights the need for more nuanced methods and theories to capture the complexities of CMC participation beyond just active engagement.

SONG ZHEHUI(MHL231025)

songzhehui — 2024-06-10 13:58:27 UTC

In this section, I discussed with my team members the CMC articles we found previously, analyzed, discussed and summarized them. Moreover, we recorded the discussion process to ensure our learning process. I think this is a very meaningful process.

Personally, these two articles present complementary perspectives that enrich our understanding of CMC complexities. Integrating their insights can offer a more holistic view of contemporary challenges and opportunities in the realm of computer-mediated communication.

SONG ZHEHUI(MHL231025)

songzhehui — 2024-06-10 14:04:17 UTC

I was pleasantly surprised when I received this assignment. Because I have never had experience in making websites, and I am very willing to learn how to make websites through the MHLC1143 course.

I'm very happy that I made my first website with Wix. I think this is a very unforgettable memory in my life. Wix is a very simple production tool, although I was not very proficient in using it at the beginning. But after working on it for a few hours, I quickly produced what I had. I feel very proud.

songzhehui — 2024-06-10 14:14:27 UTC

CMC (Computer-Mediated Communication) theory explores ways to communicate and communicate using computer and network technologies, including E-mail, instant messaging, social media, etc. This way eliminates the limitation of time and space, so that people can communicate anytime and anywhere, which greatly facilitates work and life. However, CMC also has some challenges, such as certain limitations in conveying emotional and non-verbal information, which can easily lead to misunderstandings and communication barriers.

SONG ZHEHUI(231025)

songzhehui — 2024-06-10 14:15:31 UTC

This is an assignment that places great emphasis on group work. We need to allocate our respective tasks and discuss them together. Generally speaking, this is an efficient way of communication and learning that can promote knowledge sharing, improve problem-solving skills, enhance teamwork spirit and stimulate innovation. By actively participating in group discussions, members can gain a broader perspective and stronger comprehensive capabilities.

ZHANG ZHEWEI

2024-06-11 16:29:09 UTC

Compare and contrast the two online papers to see how they are similar and different. My two colleagues and I understood the importance of CMC for our students while comparing it with AI and human behavior. Also, when we talk to each other, we are better at working together.

After we compared the two articles, we found that both articles focus on how people's actions and new ideas come together, but they have different perspectives and focuses. The article about AI focuses on making predictive models better in education using machine learning to improve how students learn.

The social media article looks at how people use social media and how it affects society as a whole. It provides a detailed overview of how different groups using these platforms, revealing insights into user behavior and social interactions. The impact of social media on different groups of people is important for understanding larger social trends and how society is changing.

In general, both articles are very important for studying communication through computers. They have inspired our collection and are worth reading carefully.

ZHANG ZHEWEI

2024-06-11 16:34:49 UTC

Through CRITICAL PAPER REVIEW, we have learned many lessons from it. This is something that we benefited a lot and helped us to better understand the expertise of CMC. Moreover, the SNSs and CMCs emphasized in the article were very enlightening. For me personally, it was a very good experience of reading and discussing the paper.

ZHANG ZHEWEI

2024-06-11 16:50:21 UTC

I feel a little bit confused about making my own website because it is my first time to do it. But I feel very happy and proud when I finish my own website. It is amazing and new to me. And making a website by watching YouTube video is funny.

Making a website on my own will really strengthen my own hands-on skills and creativity. My previous confusion about making a website disappeared when I became proficient in how to tweak and modify it. It was a very rewarding assignment. I enjoyed it a lot.