This exploratory study investigates the relationship between students' anxiety and social presence (SP) in virtual exchange (VE). While existing literature predominantly focuses on a single type of anxiety in online learning (i.e., FLA or online learning anxiety), this study examines (a) the various types of anxiety students experience in…

Understanding how authority affects social evaluation of written communication is crucial for understanding how online communication technologies can be effectively deployed. We examined how negotiation words affected perceived ratings of knowledgeableness, professionalism, politeness, and friendliness across three levels of authority (professor,…

Previous literature has associated math literacy with linguistic factors such as verbal ability and phonological skills. However, few studies have investigated "linguistic synchrony," shown in mathematical discussions. This study modelled math literacy and examined the relationship of math literacy with linguistic synchrony between…

Online informal language learning has surged due to the growing interaction on social networking sites, such as TikTok and YouTube. One vital interaction method is through comments, revealing insights into learner behaviors and thoughts. Concurrently, the "Korean Wave" has made Korean a sought-after language. This study examined comments…

Background/purpose: This study investigates the impact of emoji feedback on students' assessments and learning outcomes. Aims include emotions in feedback systems to assess the effects of feedback, learning outcomes, and general performance, among other educational outcomes. Materials/methods: This study employed a mixed-methods approach,…

This study aims to develop a virtual tour based on artificial intelligence for vocational high school students in the field of tourism in developing English language competencies for guides. This study contributes to the development of innovative technology-based learning media to improve the English language competence of vocational high school…

Background/purpose: This exploratory study integrates quantitative and qualitative approaches to investigate various facets of cyberlanguage usage, including its types, reasons for use, frequency in daily communication, student attitudes, and its effects on formal writing proficiency. Materials/methods: Quantitative data was collected through a…

In this article, we present the asynchronous phases of digital mathematical discussions conducted along a didactic path on proof through the use of algebraic language with Grade 9 classes. We aim at characterising the digital environments where these discussions unfold (chat and Padlet) by examining students' asynchronous interactions, through the…

The rapid evolution of communication technologies, compounded by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, has significantly expanded the utilization of virtual learning formats such as online, blended, and hybrid learning across various educational levels and settings. Nevertheless, the shift to virtual learning has presented challenges for many…

In response to tumultuous gender relations in South Korea, many feminist and anti-feminist communities have increased their online presence since the 2010s. At the extreme end of this spectrum is the radical cyberfeminist community Womad. In this paper, we examine Womad's online dictionary, which prescribes specific language to be used on their…

This study explores the dynamics of #AcademicTwitter, investigating user connectivity and mental health attributes amidst pre-COVID-19 societal pressures and the subsequent pandemic onset. Analyzing key actors, we find that institutions and content-driven accounts are more prominent figures in shaping the discourse within this hashtag highlighting…

The aim of this research is to examine the language usage of Twitch tv users in the context of Turkish education. The data of the study, which is descriptive qualitative research, were collected from the chat message of three streamers who produced the most watched Turkish programs aired on Twitch tv. The number of viewer messages analysed in the…

Constructive interactions and knowledge integration activities are methods commonly used for learning; however, establishing successful coordination becomes a hurdle in computer-mediated collaborations. The development of systems to facilitate communication activities in such situations has been attempted, but models are still required for…

Pragmatic competence entails awareness-raising of impoliteness. This paper delves into the pragmatics of impoliteness in online communication, focusing on X (Twitter) interactions, with a particular emphasis on 126 replies to Elon Musk's controversial tweet. Utilizing Culpeper's (2011) model of impoliteness formulae and implicational impoliteness,…

The rapid digitization of communication in the last decade, especially in social networking spaces, has contributed to radical changes in the virtual language environment in Sri Lanka. It has not only reshaped the way individuals communicate, but has also fueled the emergence of new linguistic trends that reflect the dynamic nature of language in…