Writing Skills
As one of the four primary language skills, writing enables learners to express their ideas and thoughts clearly and effectively in written form. Writing is not only essential for academic and professional purposes but also plays a crucial role in daily communication. Effective writing skills involve not only correct grammar and vocabulary but also the ability to organize ideas logically and coherently. In ELT, teachers must provide learners with ample opportunities to practice their writing skills through various activities such as free writing, paragraph writing, and essay writing, etc. Teachers can also provide feedback and guidance to help learners improve their writing and identify areas that need improvement for effective communication.
References & Resources
Teaching ESL/EFL Reading and Writing by I.S.P. Nation and John Macalister
Paltridge, B., Harbon, L., Hirsh, D., Shen, H., Stevenson, M., Phakiti, A., & Woodrow, L. (2009). Teaching academic writing: An introduction for teachers of second language writers
Ferris, D. (2003). Response to student writing: Implications for second language students.
Hyland, K. (2004). Genre and second language writing
Reid, J. (Ed.). (2008). Writing myths: Applying second language research to classroom teaching
Silva, T., & Matsuda, P.K. (Eds.). (2010). Practicing theory in second language writing
Hedge, T. (2005). Writing (2nd ed.)
Brookes, A., & Grundy, P. (2010). Beginning to write: Writing activities for elementary and intermediate learners
Carlock, J., Eberhardt, M., Horst, J., & Menasche, L. (2010).The ESL writer's handbook.
Holmes, V.L., & Moulton, M.R. (2001). Writing simple poems: pattern poetry for language acquisition
Swales, J.M., & Feak, C.B. (2004). Academic writing for graduate students: Essential tasks and skills (2nd ed.)
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