The visual characteristics of avatars in computer-mediated communication: Comparison of Internet Relay Chat and Instant Messenger as of 2003.
Hye-Seung KangHee-Dong YangPublished in: Int. J. Hum. Comput. Stud. (2006)
Keyphrases
- computer mediated communication
- computer mediated
- instant messaging
- language learning
- collaborative learning
- problem based learning
- cooperative learning
- online learning
- distance education
- content analysis
- face to face interaction
- qualitative and quantitative
- communication tools
- virtual environment
- discussion board
- online discussion
- virtual world
- discussion forums
- knowledge building
- professional development
- virtual learning community
- discourse analysis
- virtual reality
- distance learning
- higher education
- social presence
- online course
- learning community
- learning processes