Learning Writing Online and Online Collaborative Writing

Authors

  • Maisarah Noorezam Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Johor, Kampus Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
  • Nadzrah Sa’adan Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Johor, Kampus Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
  • Nursuhaila Ibrahim Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Johor, Kampus Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
  • Nursyuhada Zakaria Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Johor, Kampus Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
  • Noor Hanim Rahmat Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Johor, Kampus Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5818

Keywords:

Online Writing, Collaborative Writing, Online Learning

Abstract

Online collaborative writing views and factors have yet to be discussed despite its ease and popularity in this era. This study examines online collaborative writing and its motivation and demotivation aspects. It also looks into the relationship between learning writing online and online collaborative writing. This quantitative study obtained responses from 123 language learners. The questionnaire consists of 6 sections with 63 items in total. Findings show positive perception and relation towards learning writing online and online collaborative writing. This study shed light on the benefits and limitations of online writing, especially on the teaching and learning aspects. 

References

Alyami, A., Abdulwahed, A., Azhar, A., Binsaddik, A., & Bafaraj, S. M. (2021). Impact of Time-Management on the Student’s Academic Performance: A Cross-Sectional Study. Creative Education, 12, 471-485. https://doi.org/10.4236/ce.2021.123033 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4236/ce.2021.123033

Andrew, M. (2019). Collaborating online with four different google apps: Benefits to learning and usefulness for future work. Journal of Asia TEFL, 16(4), 1268–1288. https://doi.org/10.18823/asiatefl.2019.16.4.13.1268 DOI: https://doi.org/10.18823/asiatefl.2019.16.4.13.1268

Alwaheebi, E. W. & Al-Qahtani, F. M. (2022). EFL Instructors’ and Students’ Perceptions of Online Writing Instruction During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 13 (4), pp. 809-819. DOI: https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1304.14 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1304.14

Aulia, A., and Hamzah. (2020). Students’ Perception on Online Learning Media for Learning English Writing Skill during Covid-19 Pandemic. Advances in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities Research, Vol 579, pp 202-206. http://dx.doi.org/10.2991/assehr.k.210914.039 DOI: https://doi.org/10.2991/assehr.k.210914.039

Bui, T. X. T., Ha, Y. N., Nguyen, T. B. U., Nguyen, V. U. T., & Ngo, T. C. T. (2021). A Study on Collaborative Online Learning among EFL Students in Van Lang University (VLU). AsiaCALL Online Journal, 12(3), 9-21. Retrieved from https://asiacall.info/acoj/index.php/journal/article/view/32

Chanwaiwit, P., & Inpin, B. (2021). Synchronous collaborative writing instruction in a university EFL context: Challenges and solutions. World Journal of Educational Technology: Current Issues. 13(4), 721-739. https://doi.org/10.18844/wjet.v13i4.6259 DOI: https://doi.org/10.18844/wjet.v13i4.6259

Diem Thi Ngoc Hoang & Thinh Hoang. (2022). Enhancing EFL students’ academic writing skills in online learning via Google Docs-based collaboration: a mixed-methods study. Computer Assisted Language Learning, DOI: 10.1080/09588221.2022.2083176 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/09588221.2022.2083176

Fathi, J., Arabani, A.S. & Mohamadi, P. (2021). The Effect of Collaborative Writing Using Google Docs on EFL Learners’ Writing

Performance and Writing Self-regulation. Language Related Research, 12 (5), 333-359. https://doi.org/10.29252/LRR.12.5.12

Hashem, A. Alsamadani. (2017). The Effectiveness of Using Online Blogging for Students’ Individual and Group Writing. International Education Studies; Vol. 11, No. 1; 2018, pp 44-51. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.5539/ies.v11n1p44 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5539/ies.v11n1p44

Irshad, M. (2022). Challenges Encountered During Synchronous Online Collaborative Writing via Google Docs. International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies (IJWLTT), 17(6), 1-14. http://doi.org/10.4018/IJWLTT.287554 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4018/IJWLTT.287554

Jackson, S.L. (2015). Research methods and Statistics-A Critical Thinking Approach (5tH Edition) Boston, USA: Cengage Learning.

Loan, B.T.K. (2021). The Challenges of Online Writing Learning via Microsoft Teams. AsiaCALL Online Journal. Vol 13(1), pp 132-149. Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/deref/http%3A%2F%2Feoi.citefactor.org%2F10.11251%2Facoj.13.01.008

Lo, Y. K. & Melor,M.Y. (2021). Collaborative Tools in Enhancing ESL Writing during Covid 19: A Systematic Review. International Conference on Business Studies and Education (ICBE). https://www.icbe.my/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Lo-Yuok-Yee.pdf

Nasri, N. F., Habali, A. H. M., & Adam, M. H. M. (2022). Google Docs: Students’ Perceptions as Online Collaborative Tool in Learning Writing Skills. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 11(3), 690–705. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v11-i3/14611 DOI: https://doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v11-i3/14611

Nguyen, H. U. N., & Duong, L. N. T. (2021). The Challenges of E-learning Through Microsoft Teams for EFL Students at Van Lang University in COVID-19. AsiaCALL Online Journal, 12(4), 18-29. Retrieved from https://asiacall.info/acoj/index.php/journal/article/view/60

Nykopp, M., Marttunen, M. & Erkens, G. (2019). Coordinating collaborative writing in an online environment. J Comput High Educ 31, 536–556. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12528-018-9203-3 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12528-018-9203-3

Rahmat, N.H. (2022). Exploring Task Environment for Online Academic Writing: The Case for Coloured Scaffolds. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences, Vol 12(3), pp 694-707. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v12-i3/12928 DOI: https://doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v12-i3/12928

Vorobel, O. & Kim, D. (2017). Adolescent ELLs' collaborative writing practices in face-to-face and online contexts: From perceptions to action. System, 65, 78-89. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.system.2017.01.008 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.system.2017.01.008

Zhang, R., Zou, D., Cheng, G. et al. (2022) Implementing technology-enhanced collaborative writing in second and foreign language learning: A review of practices, technology and challenges. Educ Inf Technol 27, 8041–8069. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-022-10941-9 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-022-10941-9

Downloads

Published

2024-08-03

How to Cite

Noorezam, M., Sa’adan, N., Ibrahim, N., Zakaria, N., & Rahmat , N. H. (2024). Learning Writing Online and Online Collaborative Writing. Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 9(SI22), 115–121. https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5818