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| CMC - Alia Farhana (Question 2) |
| Mar 25, 2009 |
Comment on the findings in relation to language learning in Malaysia
Based on the findings of the research entitled “Experience-Based Language Learning through Asynchronous Discussion” conducted by Chi-Fen Emily Chen; it can be said that it is somewhat possible to do this kind of activity in the context of language learning/teaching in Malaysia. However, there are matters that should be considered first such as the level of students, where the students come from and whether the students have basic knowledge in English language or not.
Personally, I would recommend university students to learn English through this kind of activity; sharing their personal experience learning English with their peers. This is because, somehow, if the activity is to be conducted in secondary school it is somewhat possible because not all school have enough computers for every student. Furthermore, not all students are proficient in using the computer and the internet for example students from the rural area. Yes, they can learn all these things but then again, teachers in secondary school are a bit reluctant to give the students to use the school property because they fear that the students might break the computer.
Also, the level of their thinking might not be matured enough to be discussing about their experience in learning English language. Not all students love to learn English and not all students can acquire English as a teenager. Therefore, it might be hard for them to express their feelings and putting it into words might not going to help because of the lack of the vocabulary.
Therefore, students in university level are the best candidates in doing the asynchronous discussion because they already are proficient in using English. Moreover, they will not have problems when it comes to express them selves because they have enough vocabulary to deliver what they are trying to say.
In conclusion, it can be said that the asynchronous discussion is suitable for the students in university level or above because their level of thinking have matured overtime and they also can use the computer and internet with ease and they do not have problems in vocalizing and sharing their opinions with other people.
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