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A Discourse Analysis of Cyber Socialising Interactions in English Among Students Ndukwani, Tiyiselani; Ramhurry, Runash
ELTALL: English Language Teaching, Applied Linguistic and Literature Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Ponorogo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21154/eltall.v5i1.6107

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The influence of modern technology and engagement in cyber socialising have become a prominent part of modern communication. A new learning pedagogy with proper guidelines is needed to assist users to engage with social networking platforms efficiently. The researcher investigated discourse analysis involving participants to answer questions about both the contextual application of the language, and the functions and results of aspects pertaining to discourse such as diction, cohesion, and metaphors. The researcher employed a quantitative approach in this study. The study randomly sampled 80 students from a University of Technology (UoT) in Gauteng to participate in quantitative discourse analysis of communication using Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter texts. The methods of data elicitation embraced extracts from Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter texts provided by 80 participants. Statistics were used to present the findings of the quantitative data which included mainly frequency of certain aspects pertaining to discourse. Data were collected via email and texts were numbered according to the participants. These texts remain anonymous and the identities of the participants were concealed. The study found that the language used on Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter was characterised by the use of emoji, low register words, code-switching few spelling errors and the modern tendency to shorten words by using clipping and number homophones which are not seen as errors but a unique style of writing. Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter remain three popular communication sites and discourse surfaces since it is important for users to communicate meaningfully even when using excessive punctuation to indicate excitement and emoji to communicate emotions.
A Discourse Analysis of Cyber Socialising Interactions in English Among Students Ndukwani, Tiyiselani; Ramhurry, Runash
ELTALL: English Language Teaching, Applied Linguistic and Literature Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Ponorogo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21154/eltall.v5i1.6107

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The influence of modern technology and engagement in cyber socialising have become a prominent part of modern communication. A new learning pedagogy with proper guidelines is needed to assist users to engage with social networking platforms efficiently. The researcher investigated discourse analysis involving participants to answer questions about both the contextual application of the language, and the functions and results of aspects pertaining to discourse such as diction, cohesion, and metaphors. The researcher employed a quantitative approach in this study. The study randomly sampled 80 students from a University of Technology (UoT) in Gauteng to participate in quantitative discourse analysis of communication using Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter texts. The methods of data elicitation embraced extracts from Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter texts provided by 80 participants. Statistics were used to present the findings of the quantitative data which included mainly frequency of certain aspects pertaining to discourse. Data were collected via email and texts were numbered according to the participants. These texts remain anonymous and the identities of the participants were concealed. The study found that the language used on Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter was characterised by the use of emoji, low register words, code-switching few spelling errors and the modern tendency to shorten words by using clipping and number homophones which are not seen as errors but a unique style of writing. Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter remain three popular communication sites and discourse surfaces since it is important for users to communicate meaningfully even when using excessive punctuation to indicate excitement and emoji to communicate emotions.
Exploring Digital Communication: Language Use by South African University Students Ndukwani, Tiyiselani; Muobeleheni, Shaun Livhuwani
Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching (JLLLT) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching (JLLLT)
Publisher : Asosiasi Dosen Perguruan Tinggi Islam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37249/jlllt.v4i2.854

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This study explores the use of language on social media. The researchers investigated the problems related to language that undergraduate students encounter when they socialize on cyber socializing platforms. The study also highlights the relationship between language and cyberbullying, incorporating AI tools used by cyber socializing platforms to explore their effectiveness in detecting improper linguistic communication on social media. The study employed a qualitative approach, which entailed semi-structured interviews to collect the desired data. Ten undergraduate students volunteered to be part of the interviews. The findings of this study showed that all 10 students encountered problems related to language, and for some students, these problems led to mental health issues. The following are some of the problems encountered by students when interacting on social media: slang, misinterpretation, grammar and spelling errors, informal language, fake news, language barriers, cyberbullying, discriminatory language, the difference between face-to-face communication and online communication, and AI tools such as natural language processing, having difficulties in detecting improper linguistic communication.
The Role of Social Media in Education: A Case Study of Tertiary Students’ and Lecturers’ Perceptions at a South African University of Technology Ndukwani, Tiyiselani; Smith, Corle; Rwodzi, Christopher
Studies in Learning and Teaching Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): August
Publisher : CV Sinergi Ilmu dan Publikasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46627/silet.v6i2.490

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The use of social media has affected the landscape of learning and is prompted by the need to communicate using novel Internet platforms. Social media serves as a networking database with a plurality of messages, allowing individuals to be connected. This paper explores the role of social media in education. The research problem stems from the growing integration of social media in educational environments, which raises questions about its effectiveness, challenges, and impact on teaching and learning processes. The lack of a comprehensive understanding of lecturers’ and students’ perceptions creates a gap in incorporating social media in education effectively. It was a qualitative study underscoring the views of a selection of teachers and students. Twelve (12) participants at a University of Technology were sampled purposefully to solicit their views on the role of social media in education. It emerged from the responses of participants that using Facebook had privacy challenges, and opposing views surfaced due to a lack of time to keep tracking friends’ posts. The novelty of this study lies in its comparative exploration of Facebook and WhatsApp as educational tools, highlighting specific challenges like privacy concerns, trolling, and time constraints.
Beyond the Posts: Understanding Student Discourse on Social Media through Content Analysis Ndukwani, Tiyiselani
Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching (JLLLT) Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching (JLLLT)
Publisher : Asosiasi Dosen Perguruan Tinggi Islam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37249/jlllt.v3i2.758

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This paper explores students' use of social media platforms, primarily focusing on Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp. Understanding the intricacies of student discourse can inform strategies to enhance digital literacy, foster constructive conversations, and create supportive online environments for academic and personal development. The findings of this study contribute valuable insights into the complex world of student discourse on social media, offering a deeper understanding of the dynamics that influence online interactions. This investigation aimed to understand how students use these platforms, examining engagement patterns and purposes. To achieve this, the researcher employed a qualitative method research approach. The researcher purposefully sampled 90 students from the University of Technology (UoT) in Gauteng, South Africa, to collect data. The participants submitted extracts from Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter texts for analysis. Findings revealed that students could benefit from using Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter for educational purposes since the document analysis indicated education as a prominent topic discussed on all the platforms. Another salient topic that emerged from the data was the topic of social discourse linked with love and relationships.
Co-Authors Muobeleheni, Shaun Livhuwani Ramhurry, Runash Rwodzi, Christopher Smith, Corle