Well hello! 

I'm Nur Izzati binti Abd Rahman and you can call me Zati. 

A Kedahan.

How would you rate yourself in terms of your computer skills and why?

In terms of computer skills, I would prefer to place myself among the novices since my knowledge regarding on computer is rather limited. There are lots of other things that I do not know and still need to learn.

What computer software and hardware knowledge do you have?

Some of the software that I commonly use are Microsoft, Padlet and Prezi which are very helpful when it comes to presentation. I also have been exposed to Adobe Photoshop which can be used in photo-editing. For hardware, I have knowledge in using all the basic hardware such as CPU and so on. 

Have you experienced learning via the computer ?

I have experienced learning using the computer. During my foundation year, I have been exposed to a course which is Computer Literacy. Besides, throughout my degree years, there are several courses that require the students to make use of the computer. For example, in PELT, I have been introduced to blended learning and in Basic Data Analysis, I have been introduced to SPSS.

What is your opinion on the use of computer/technology in language teaching?

Since we are living in an era where almost everything involves computer or technology, it would be great for the students if the teaching process is being conducted using the technology that we have nowadays. Apart from teaching them the language itself, we can help the students to be more capable in using the technology since they are young. 

What are your expectations from this course?

Hopefully I will gain more knowledge regarding on how to make use of the computer and technology in teaching language so that the knowledge gained will be useful especially when I go to school to teach later on. Besides, teaching through technology will be more exciting compared to the normal way of teaching which is lecture. 

What is the topic chosen for your Academic Exercise? Why have you chosen the topic? Who is your supervisor?How do you plan to complete your AE so that it follows the designated processes (chapter by chapter) and can be submitted on time?  

The topic that I have chosen entitled "A Study on Factors That Lead to Second Language Anxiety in Impromptu Speaking Among Form 4 Students at A Selected School in Shah Alam, Selangor."

I have chosen this topic because I am curious to know what are the main causes that contribute to the students' passiveness in the classroom. By knowing the major reasons of that issue, I might be able to come out with several solutions so that the students can learn better in a less threatening environment.

In order to submit the Academic Exercise on time, I should start doing it now so that during the final semester, I just need to focus on collecting data since I will be busy with my practicum although I have not been assigned to any supervisor at the time being.