Characteristics and Transferability of Text-Based CMC to Oral Performance

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

This study examines characteristics of linguistic output in the synchronous and asynchronous computer-mediated communication (SCMC versus ASCMC) modes. Furthermore, it explores the possible transfer of skills gained from the different CMC modes into oral performance since the text-based CMC encourages a higher level of interaction and facilitates both written and oral output. Results show that there were significant differences in lexical and syntactic complexity between the two modes and only syntactic complexity skill was found to be transferred into oral performance. That is, the ASCMC group revealed significant improvement in the number of clauses and syntactic complexity in oral performance. Besides, CMC activity tends to be more reflective than face-to-face conversation because text on the screen allows learners to consider and revise their statements. This awareness gained from both CMCs was also transferable to oral performance, indicating significant improvement in accuracy. These findings could suggest text-based CMC as a supplementary tool to promote Korean EFL students’ oral performance. Also, the distinctive characteristics of the SCMC and ASCMC should be exploited in effective ways according to different instructional goals.

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