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Preparing Participants for Computer Mediated Communication

Preparing Participants for Computer Mediated Communication

Robert Jordan
Copyright: © 2009 |Pages: 9
ISBN13: 9781605660523|ISBN10: 1605660523|EISBN13: 9781605660530
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-87828-991-9.ch022
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Jordan, Robert. "Preparing Participants for Computer Mediated Communication." Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications, edited by Chee Siang Ang and Panayiotis Zaphiris, IGI Global, 2009, pp. 290-298. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-87828-991-9.ch022

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Jordan, R. (2009). Preparing Participants for Computer Mediated Communication. In C. Ang & P. Zaphiris (Eds.), Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications (pp. 290-298). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-87828-991-9.ch022

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Jordan, Robert. "Preparing Participants for Computer Mediated Communication." In Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications, edited by Chee Siang Ang and Panayiotis Zaphiris, 290-298. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2009. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-87828-991-9.ch022

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Abstract

Computer mediated communication (CMC) provides a way of incorporating participant interaction into online environments. Use of such features as discussion forums and chats enhance collaborative work and learning. For many, however, CMC may be an unfamiliar medium. To ensure a successful CMC event, it is essential to adequately prepare participants for CMC. A proposed four step model prepares participants for CMC. The four steps include conducting a needs and population analysis, providing an orientation before the event and shortly after the event begins, and providing continuing support.

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