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Computer-Mediated
Communication
CA320 Social Media & Mobile Phone Communication
2018
Miss Zuleika Winfrey
Simple Definition
? Communication between two or more people
via any kind of electronic device.
Transmission
? There are two methods of transmitting computer-
mediated communication.
? These two methods are known as synchronous and
asynchronous transmissions.
? Synchronous communication happens in real-time.
? Asynchronous communication occurs in delayed
time.
Benefits
? Communication may continue regardless of time or
geographical location.
? CMC allows users anywhere to collaborate with each
other.
? It gives intimidated groups the opportunity to
participate in communication (e.g. Introverts & people
with special needs)
? This kind of communication can be very economical for
individuals, learning institutions, businesses and
governments.
? For example: Web-conferencing is cheaper than flying
employees to another country for a meeting.
Challenges
? Many forms of CMC do not cater to non-verbal cues
such as facial expressions, body gestures and tone of
voice.
? Because of this, CMC often leaves room for
misinterpretation.
? Vulnerable users may be at higher risk of danger (e.g.
kidnapping, theft, stalking, robbery, drugs)
Device Examples
Communication Examples
? Instant messaging
? Texting
? Posting online
? Online forums
? Emails
? Video conferencing
? Voice chat
? Phone calls
? Chat rooms
? Web conferencing
? Collaborative projects
? Distance learning (e.g
DWU FLC)
? Learning platforms
? Social platforms
Questions
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Computer-Mediated Communication

  • 1. Computer-Mediated Communication CA320 Social Media & Mobile Phone Communication 2018 Miss Zuleika Winfrey
  • 2. Simple Definition ? Communication between two or more people via any kind of electronic device.
  • 3. Transmission ? There are two methods of transmitting computer- mediated communication. ? These two methods are known as synchronous and asynchronous transmissions. ? Synchronous communication happens in real-time. ? Asynchronous communication occurs in delayed time.
  • 4. Benefits ? Communication may continue regardless of time or geographical location. ? CMC allows users anywhere to collaborate with each other. ? It gives intimidated groups the opportunity to participate in communication (e.g. Introverts & people with special needs) ? This kind of communication can be very economical for individuals, learning institutions, businesses and governments. ? For example: Web-conferencing is cheaper than flying employees to another country for a meeting.
  • 5. Challenges ? Many forms of CMC do not cater to non-verbal cues such as facial expressions, body gestures and tone of voice. ? Because of this, CMC often leaves room for misinterpretation. ? Vulnerable users may be at higher risk of danger (e.g. kidnapping, theft, stalking, robbery, drugs)
  • 7. Communication Examples ? Instant messaging ? Texting ? Posting online ? Online forums ? Emails ? Video conferencing ? Voice chat ? Phone calls ? Chat rooms ? Web conferencing ? Collaborative projects ? Distance learning (e.g DWU FLC) ? Learning platforms ? Social platforms
  • 8. Questions Do you have any questions? Ask here!