Second Language Writing

Authors:
  • TSTony Silva
    Tony Silva
  • AJAnn M. Johns
    Ann M. Johns
  • AKAlexandra Rowe Krapels
    Alexandra Rowe Krapels
  • ILIlona Leki
    Ilona Leki
  • LHLiz Hamp-Lyons
    Liz Hamp-Lyons
  • JEJoan Carson Eisterhold
    Joan Carson Eisterhold
  • AFAlexander Friedlander
    Alexander Friedlander
  • UCUlla Connor
    Ulla Connor
  • MFMary Farmer
    Mary Farmer
  • ACAndrew D. Cohen
    Andrew D. Cohen
  • MCMarilda C. Cavalcanti
    Marilda C. Cavalcanti
  • AFAnn K. Fathman
    Ann K. Fathman
Editor:
  • BKBarbara Kroll
    Barbara Kroll
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Abstract
This comprehensive collection of thirteen original articles covers the major issues writing teachers face.It systematically sets out the key issues in second language writing instruction to offer both pre-service and in-service teachers a guide to writing instruction grounded in current theory and research. The book includes chapters on approaches to teaching writing, needs analysis, syllabus design, lesson planning, task design, materials development, and feedback and assessment, and on using technology in writing classes and in conducting research. There are review exercises, reflection questions, and copious examples to make the book extremely useful to prospective and practicing teachers alike.