1. BBI 3423 LANGUAGE AND ICT Assoc Prof Dr Tan Bee Hoon Tel: 8946 8911
(First face-to-face meeting,
11 February 2012)
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2. Course objectives explain the relationship between language and ICT
Students will be able to:
explain the relationship between language and ICT
outline in brief the developments in ICT and computer technology, and
use the computer as an aid in language development.
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3. Overview of the course (1)
This course on Language and ICT looks at the relationship between developments in ICT and developments in language. The course will consider computer-mediated communication and the role of the computer in supporting language development.
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4. Overview of the course (2)
The course covers the basic principles of designing computer-based slide shows, including the appropriate use of language. In addition, since this is the only course that relates to computers in the BA (English Language) programme, students will first be introduced briefly to the history of computer development, parts of the computer and basic computer operations.
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5. Overview of the course (3)
This course helps students gain awareness of the ways in which computers impact and assist language development.
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6. Course Texts Handouts: Make sure you have a copy
Book: The Language of ICT (Tim Shortis, 2001), Routledge
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7. Role of the Computer in ICT
Computers are needed to:
integrate the use of ICT texts, especially multimedia texts
store and distribute software / programmes: CDs
disseminate information globally: Internet
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8. Role of Language in ICT & Multimedia
Language plays a central role in
constructing ICT texts
writing computer programmes
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9. ASSIGNMENT 1
Identify twenty terms (words or phrases) that have taken on a new or additional meaning as a result of the development of the computer. Present a list of these terms, with BOTH their original and new /additional meanings in the context of ICT.
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10. ASSIGNMENT 1(b) Examples: Mouse Virus A furry rodent
(ICT term) – a point-and click device
Virus
A harmful organism capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, that cause various diseases
(ICT term) – a computer program usually hidden within another program that usually performs a malicious action such as destroying data
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11. ASSIGNMENT 2
Computers are being increasingly used in language learning and education. The Internet offers a variety of sites that can be utilised in creative ways by language teachers. Language learners can also find useful information on the Web to help them in their language development.
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12. ASSIGNMENT 2(b)
Using a Search engine* and appropriate key terms, identify ten Web sites that you find useful for language development or Language learning.
*Examples of search engines you can use are:
Google.com at
Alta vista at
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13. ASSIGNMENT 2(c)
For EACH website you identify:
Provide the NAME of the site and the Web address or url.
(Example: Guide to Grammar and Writing
Specify the target audience (e.g. language learners, language teachers) you are selecting the sites for.
For each site you choose, provide a one-paragraph description of the site and what it offers the target audience. (In other words, say why you think this site would be useful.)
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14. Pusat Pendidikan Luar (PPL)
Send assignments to:
Pusat Pendidikan Luar (PPL)
(necessary for their records)
Assignment 1 must reach PPL 1 week before the mid-semester exam.
Assignment 2 must reach PPL 2 weeks before the final exam.
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15. Topics for Mid Term Exam
History of computer
History of the Internet
Computer hardware and software
Digital technology
Format of test: Multiple-Choice and short answers
The rest of the topics will be covered by the Final Exam. Details will be given in the second face-to- face session.
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