Chapter 17. The language learning potential of L2 writing
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Rosa M. Manchón
Abstract
In this final chapter I articulate how the book contributes to advancing previous intersectional work between the fields of L2 writing and ISLA/SLA. To this end, I discuss the volume’s expansion of theoretical and empirical knowledge on writing as a site for language development in terms of (a) new empirical insights provided on the learning affordances of L2 writing and the variables mediating observed effects, and (b) future research directions suggested, primarily in terms of domains to be researched, empirical questions to be addressed, and methods of inquiry to be employed.
Abstract
In this final chapter I articulate how the book contributes to advancing previous intersectional work between the fields of L2 writing and ISLA/SLA. To this end, I discuss the volume’s expansion of theoretical and empirical knowledge on writing as a site for language development in terms of (a) new empirical insights provided on the learning affordances of L2 writing and the variables mediating observed effects, and (b) future research directions suggested, primarily in terms of domains to be researched, empirical questions to be addressed, and methods of inquiry to be employed.
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
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Introduction
- Chapter 1. Writing and language learning 3
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Part I. Advances in theoretical perspectives
- Chapter 2. L2 writing and L2 learning: Transfer, self-regulation, and identities 29
- Chapter 3. A dual-process model of L1 writing processes 49
- Chapter 4. Toward an agenda for researching L2 writing and language learning 73
- Chapter 5. L2 writing-to-learn 95
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Part II. Advances in empirical research
- Chapter 6. The effects of task repetition across modalities and proficiency levels 121
- Chapter 7. Effects of task repetition with the aid of direct and indirect written corrective feedback 145
- Chapter 8. Task modality, communicative adequacy and CAF measures 183
- Chapter 9. A mixed-methods approach to exploring the L2 learning potential of writing versus speaking 207
- Chapter 10. Processing output during individual L2 writing tasks 231
- Chapter 11. Investigating the relationship between peer interaction and writing processes in computer-supported collaborative L2 writing 255
- Chapter 12. The meaning-making potential of collaborative L2 writing at tertiary level 281
- Chapter 13. Writing on history in a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) context 309
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Part III. Advances in future research agendas
- Chapter 14. An ISLA perspective on L2 learning through writing 335
- Chapter 15. Can writing facilitate the development of a richer vocabulary? 357
- Chapter 16. Can writing facilitate the development of grammatical competence? 381
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Coda
- Chapter 17. The language learning potential of L2 writing 405
- Index 427
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
-
Introduction
- Chapter 1. Writing and language learning 3
-
Part I. Advances in theoretical perspectives
- Chapter 2. L2 writing and L2 learning: Transfer, self-regulation, and identities 29
- Chapter 3. A dual-process model of L1 writing processes 49
- Chapter 4. Toward an agenda for researching L2 writing and language learning 73
- Chapter 5. L2 writing-to-learn 95
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Part II. Advances in empirical research
- Chapter 6. The effects of task repetition across modalities and proficiency levels 121
- Chapter 7. Effects of task repetition with the aid of direct and indirect written corrective feedback 145
- Chapter 8. Task modality, communicative adequacy and CAF measures 183
- Chapter 9. A mixed-methods approach to exploring the L2 learning potential of writing versus speaking 207
- Chapter 10. Processing output during individual L2 writing tasks 231
- Chapter 11. Investigating the relationship between peer interaction and writing processes in computer-supported collaborative L2 writing 255
- Chapter 12. The meaning-making potential of collaborative L2 writing at tertiary level 281
- Chapter 13. Writing on history in a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) context 309
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Part III. Advances in future research agendas
- Chapter 14. An ISLA perspective on L2 learning through writing 335
- Chapter 15. Can writing facilitate the development of a richer vocabulary? 357
- Chapter 16. Can writing facilitate the development of grammatical competence? 381
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Coda
- Chapter 17. The language learning potential of L2 writing 405
- Index 427