9. Do you think educators should incorporate CMC tools in their teaching? Why?
1. Yes, since these tools can facilitate and motivate learning.
2. I think that teachers should do that because we are in an era that requires computer knowledge and teaching computer skills at school as well as using these skills to learn language should be part of ESL/EFL instruction.
3. Yes, since computers have come to facilitate communication. Teaching is actually one form of communication in which we can't do away with computers
4. Yes, definitely! Every techonoly that can be used for teaching must be included in it and as most of the students are interested and use new technologies, it is going to be easier for both, teachers and students, to teach and learn.
5. Because they are part of our life and also because they can help us implementing teaching and learning.
6. Yes, but only if the benefit is clear to the teachers AND the learners
7. Absolutely--some of my best class experiences have been when my instructors give the class an online presence (even when we meet offline in person as well). In fact, the class I am in right now, for which I am studying the BaW community has a website that hosts chat, a message board, and contains our entire syllabus and reading assignments.
8. Certainly! You customize learning according to your students'styles and needs and you are much more accessible to individual specifities. Besides, as an EFL teacher, it is much easier to find worthy authentic material.
9. That's what I do all the time and I think I couldn't teach without these tools anymore. With CMC tools a classroom does have walls. We show the world to our students! Besides, I can learn a lot with other teachers and keep updated.
10. i think it's becoming more and more common to use cmc tools to teach...kids, teens and adults are also gettin in contact with pcs more and more so why not use them to teach???
11. Yes. I believe these tools give us a better chance to interact. Interaction is not limited to class sessions or material in textbooks can . Students and instructors may access the internet, share viewpoints, write and rewrite papers, use multimedia sources for understanding material better and ... So, if you look closely you'll see almost all the advantages an ordinary class could have plus a great number of options for facilitating learning and making it enjoyable at the same time.
12. I want to know more before I answer this.
13. Yes,I definitely do, because I believe they bring people from all over the world into contact, and thus they're excellent tools for teaching language for authentic communication.
14. I am sure that new technologies and methodics are necessary in teaching. The first, the growing interest of young generation to computer tools - as a result, more interest and attention to studing foreign language, for example. New perspectives for disable people and people who can not travel often.
15. I don't really know what CMC tools are. If they are tools related to the Internet such us the ones mentioned above, I think educators should use them in their classes because they can motivate students, especially young students who love computers and the Internet and chat rooms. These tools can be fun and can help students apply what they have learned in real situations through new technology.
16. Yes, we have to update ourselves, and help our students get to use them.Besides, they may help us make our work easier
17. Yes. I believe that technology provides an incredible amount of resources to the learners. It gives the power to the students and that is where it should be.
18. It is much more interesting and fun to teach using technology. I think it is also a way for teachers to teach beyond themselves. In addittion it is the way I learn best.
19. Yes, becouse the tecnology is hear to stay and progress. The students have grown up with it and are comfotable with it. If educators can not use tecnology then they should learn.
20. Educators should incorporate CMC tools in their teaching to enhance it with internet resources and activities, to teach students to communicate via Internet
21. Absolutely. I think that technology is growing so rapidly that it is in the best interests of both the educator and the learner to become familiar with computer-based educationa resources. Otherwise, they'll get left behind. The days of blackboard and chalk media are gone!
22. Yes, I think it is an exciting and challanging way of learning communicating.
23. Oh yes
24. of course. that's a step forward.
25. Computers and the Internet have made it possible for both students and teachers to become part of a world-wide community of learners.
26. Yes. Students love them.
27. yes to make education more effective
28. Yes, because it is fun. Extra work, but it is worth incorporating. Students can become independent with it too and can be motivated a lot too.
29. There is no point to force them - only if they can get comfortable with CMC tools themselves, or bring in someone who can, but it's the future and it's already here.
30. I feel educators should enrich their learners world and opportunities. The more variety that is brought into class, the more the learners will be familiar with and comfortable with, hence they will be ready to face the real world.
31. Yes, I think that the biggest asset in using CMC tools is instant feedback. Particularly in teaching a language it creates a situation where more brain functions are being used to increase memory capabilities.
32. What is CMC again? My fantasy, for several years, has been to teach in a classroom with one computer and a big screen, so if we're talking about something, I can Google it and show the students a picture of it, or find out more information, etc.
33. Yes, especially in EFL, because it gives our students exposure to real language (as opposed to that found in textbooks). I also think that sudents are more comfortable doing some tasks on the computer that with pen and ink, e.g. writing, grammar exercises.
34. Teachers should incorporate CMC tools in their teaching on all levels because it adds variety to the curriculum. Moreover,with so much diversity in today's classrooms, teacher created activities tend to get all the students involved, not just the most motivated and advanced speakers of English. A review of the literature suggests that virtual environments have improved reading, writing, and math scores on standardized tests.
35. Yes, I do, because they are useful and fast.
36. Of course. Because they motivate students, make classes more interesting and fun for them and make learning less hard, I think.
37. Yes definitely, because it is an excellent learning tool, and facilitates the learning process (my personal opinion)
38. Well if you are a non-native language teacher in a country where nobody speaks the language you teach I think it is kind of compulsory to make use of new teachnologies to get authentic materials and make people interact with the language as soon as possible. The problem is that we have to cope with all the burden of convincing the administration it is important to invest on equipment and personnel to support you with technologies.
39. Unfortunately I don't know what CMC tools are :o(
40. Definitely. This is the future of education, for young and old, for the disabled and all who cannot attend regular classes (young mothers etc). Even in the classrom computer work can stimulate learners in a unique way.
41. Absolutely YES! These don't only help making teacher's job easier but also stimulate students to work, not only adding fun to thier tasks but also making them authentic, real and up-to-date. They help both teachers and students to become independent and autonoums learners. Teachers can learn as much as students can from surfing the Internet.
42. of course. we have to adjust education to reality and provide the studenst with contextualized, and situated learning opportunities
43. IF the use of CMC tools follow a purpose and help to enhance the teaching and learning process, they should be incorporated.
44. Yes, I do if they follow a pedagogy that supports the integration of technology.
45. (What's CMC?) if this means computer stuff, yes, because students like it and we can access a lot more useful material, especially if we are at a site where local materials are lacking.
46. Yes - it can be very helpful
47. What are CMC tools? I bet I would think we should be using these tools.Now I know CMC computer mediated communication.
48. I must admit that I just did a quick google search for what "CMC tools" (in fairness I was pretty sure about the first 'C'). I certainly think that educators should incorporate CMC tools in their teaching. The main reason for this is time. These tools add a new dimension to language education-the ability to communicate without trudging out to a classroom.
49. Common messaging calls. Well i don´t know exatily how it works. I have read sth about and it seems good.
50. Yes, I think we live in a world that requires most people to develop these kinds of skills. As teachers, therefore, we need to build into our classes CMC along with traditional types of instruction.
51. Yes, this tools catch student's attention and allow hands on experience which fixes learning
52. What are CMC tools? I think computer-based learning is a very useful tool, to either supplement classroom-based learning or in some cases to replace it.
53. Surely, educators have to incorporate CMC tools in their teaching since those tools enrich teaching and have become part of life nowadays. As educators, we have to stay in touch with fast developing technology and be up-to-date.
54. What is CMC? I suppose it means computer technology, in which case I would say yes, we should use it but not put all our eggs in this one basket. Students expect it; and it can be motivating for them.
55. Yes. CMC tools are excellent helpers. There are many interesting and exciting activities we can design to enliven our classes. However, their abuse can produce the opposite effect. Therefore, it is important that the teacher be trained in the ICT tools before using them.
56. Yes. I feel with the amount of down time many students have, computers and technology can help fill that down time with appropriate practice and help. In a classroom setting, students can learn more from each other through computers that allow the teacher to use precious class time to focus on the students needs.
57. I'm not sure what CMC tools are. If they are computer-related, I would say that I think we should include them, but I am concerned about my compatibility with my students' computer systems. I also use a Mac at home, which has caused me some compatibility problems in the past. It seems that my newer Mac should allow me to do what I need to.
58. Sure but not just for the sake of art. Only where they will really optimize learning. But the didactic potential of ICTs is so enormous (and widening all the time) that in most cases the optimization will be achieved. The problem is for a teacher to be creative in incorporating them productively. Which is not easy. The teacher should feel at ease with the technologies - that's the least! and in mass they do not. Neither do students. Yet.
59. i think such tools are useful because we cannot just live without the internet any longer and the students are far more attracted to such things than to traditional ways of teaching.
60. I think that computers are here to stay. It is important that teachers can utilize them. Many students use the computer and the internet as a source of entertainment. Since students associate the computer with fun - it is to a teacher's best advantage to use this to further the student's knowledge.
61. Possibly. Seeing I'm not very technologically literate, I need to learn about CMC tools in order to be able to comment usefully.
62. YES! It is interesting for the students and can appeal to all sorts of learning styles. Also, teaching courses online offers opportunities for more students to further their education and that is definately a good thing!
63. Yes, for the students to obtain the skills much needed in modern world
64. Yes, teachers have to be updated with the latest tools in technology so that they can be of help for their students.
65. Definitely. It opens a whole new world of opportunities to us -language teachers. In my case in particular, living so far away from any English-speaking countries, CMC is one of the few possibilities we have of using the language in real-life communication.
66. Yes, definitely. I think this will widen our opportunities tremendously. Probably what I loved more in this short time in contact with this is the voice chat where you get to hear your teacher and that makes it much more personal. I think that with this tool we will also be able to get to many more people.
67. CMC? Do you mean technology? If you mean ICT (Information and communication technology), Definitely yes, it is important that we all learn how to access the information available through the internet. Being able to find sources of information and resources for our teaching/learning needs makes us more independent academically and we get to know about the most recent developments in our fields.
68. Yes. Some of my beginning ESL students prefer writing English to speaking English. Emails and text chats are more comfortable for them. This is especially true of some of the yougner students who tend to be tech-savvy.
69. Definitely. I am quite convinced education will go blended sooner than we may have thought a couple of years ago. I believe it's handy, attracting to students, an excellent means to be near others. A drawback I find in my context is that much as I enjoy working with CMC tools, it should be done off working hours. I mean it seems as if working online were not considered part of the teaching job. Another thing is that I don't work full time at one place and that means less 'free' time to devote to working online. Anyhow, I'm still trying.
70. Of course I do, cause they add a lot to our classes, and also because our students belong to a generation where computers are leading the way
71. agree. to keep with new developments,encourage crossboarder teacher communications, show opportunities opening
72. Absolutely. Because they provide an alternative means of learning for those whose learning styles are not accommodated by classroom learning.
73. yes, it would be a great step forward.
74. Yes,I do. Because it's an innovative way of learning languages and teachers could get better results in their teaching.
75. I do if the educators can make them relevant to the class. Computer skill are becoming increasingly necessary in our society and if you can kill two birds with one stone--great!!
76. As long as they help to achieve a specific purpose, I would be inclined to incorporate them.
77. Technology is a part of our daily life. Many of us write blogs, send emails, download music, and chat online. Progress and changes in technology are reflected in the classroom and I believe that technology is a tool that can be used to enhance learners’ experiences. Teachers can utilise technology to enhance the ‘real-life’ classroom experience through the use of web-quests, class blogs and group projects. Online teachers can technology to enhance the ‘online’ classroom through podcasts, video linking and application sharing such as whiteboards. Web communication tools open up a lot of possibilities to TEFL teachers and learners. File sharing, asynchronous communication (such as email) and synchronous communication (such as live chat) allow long distance communication and learning that were previously not possible, or at least were possible but were subject to delays (post, phone etc). The extent to which web communication tools are used lies with the teacher and the learner. Users may not be comfortable with a wholly online approach due to a ‘fear’ of technology; there may be constraints in hardware and software such as using an antiquated machine or dial-up connection; physical limitations may be exacerbated by online technology if it is not W3C accessibility compliant.
78. of course, they must incorporate CMC tools and be trained to use them with pedagogical purposes.
79. Yes, definitely. Firstly, because I believe that educators should prepare learners for the real world and CMC tools are an increasing part of it. I also think that CMC tools provide learners with information that will be difficult to get in a different way. CMC tools enhance creativity and collaboration.
80. Yes, they can make a difference in the teaching-learning process indeed!:-D!
81. Yes, as much as possible. We live in a global community and should keep our doors open to potential members outside our physical range. Students nowadays are born into technology and have acquired wonderful skills in these virtual environments that can be of use in academic settings. (Those who have not had the chance can learn from them)
82. Yes I think, that teachers should include tools CMC in their training because it very important for them. They can chang ideas and help each other
83. Absolutely YES. I think it is a valuable add on to everyday teaching. It should be just as normal as we incorporate CDs and Video, OHPs and other technical tools to enhance lessons.
84. CMC should be used to extend f2f teaching and to exploit potential that f2f doesn't offer. Also our students are (largely) digital natives and so CMC taps into that.
85. yes - it's the wave of the future
86. Definitely, teaching in any field nowadays should incorpore CMC tools.
87. Yes. Computers are increasingly part and parcel of everyday life. They open terrific possibilities in learning, which deserve to be tested and explored.
88. I strogly believe that CMC should be incorporated into teaching as it makes teaching and learning more interesting and effective
89. Yes! Although I believe that being in an actual classroom and interacting face to face with other students and teachers is the most effective way to learning, I think that educators would highly benefit from having computer and internet tools in their bag of tools for teaching. Reason 1: I think it's an exciting medium that students have access to outside of the classroom. In my situation, my students have little exposure and practice with English outside of class (we meet once a week). Reason 2: Although I'm fairly new to it, I think that using computers and the web creates new ways to collaborate (students-students and teacher-students) and communicate. Reason 3: Finally, using computers, WWW and English can let my students connect to the world.
90. Yes. Because (for language educators, at least), it increases contact time with the language, and enables more and better collaboration.
91. Yes, because any tool that will assist in the learning process should be incorporated.
92. Yes. It makes their work easier and more interesting, they are motivating and useful for the new Generation Dot Com.
93. If there is a need in the course and a clear objective for doing so, and if the technology is easily accessible to learners, and finally if it is user-friendly, yes. It leads to learner empowerment, autonomous learning,effective learning, increased motivation and introduces/reinforces technical skills which are beneficial in other domains and in the long term for the individual learner.
94. CMC tools?
95. In the past teachers used different tools like tape-recoders, video, slides, so now with a computer educators have an opportunity to create almost all teaching materials, as well interact with students using Internet tools like forums, IM and others.
96. Yes, I do. Any tool can enrich a class if it is used to provide students with a meaningful learning environment.
97. Sure, to enrich the students language learning experience and to help them reach the level of ICT literacy required in today's world.
98. Yes. CMC is another way of knowledge sharing and construction. It is the continuation of the f2f teaching but it could be more personalized. It guides students to become members of the information society. The example of BaW is a good one to illustrate this objective. However, it is sometimes too demanding (from the instructor).
99. Yes - I think the times are changing - CMC tools make communication between everyone so much easier that we really can't afford to ignore them.
100. Yes, if it suits their purpose and the class is receptive. The medium should suit the message. At the same time, any way we can keep our students' interests and help them use English is a plus.

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