Chapter 3. Collaborative writing in face-to-face and computer-mediated L2 settings
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Meixiu Zhang
Abstract
In this chapter, we synthesize the methodological approaches, research techniques, analytic frameworks, and research practices in existing collaborative writing (CW) empirical research. We start with an overview of both the predominant and emerging research techniques in existing CW literature, and then examine how the four major components of face-to-face and computer-mediated collaborative writing have been analyzed in prior research: peer interaction, revisions, patterns of collaboration, and written products. In reviewing the various analytic frameworks, we identify possible ways in which they may complement each other. Lastly, we review the research practices in this area, noting aspects in need of further consideration. We conclude this chapter by discussing noticeable methodological patterns and calling for more methodological discussion in this domain.
Abstract
In this chapter, we synthesize the methodological approaches, research techniques, analytic frameworks, and research practices in existing collaborative writing (CW) empirical research. We start with an overview of both the predominant and emerging research techniques in existing CW literature, and then examine how the four major components of face-to-face and computer-mediated collaborative writing have been analyzed in prior research: peer interaction, revisions, patterns of collaboration, and written products. In reviewing the various analytic frameworks, we identify possible ways in which they may complement each other. Lastly, we review the research practices in this area, noting aspects in need of further consideration. We conclude this chapter by discussing noticeable methodological patterns and calling for more methodological discussion in this domain.
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
- Acknowledgments vii
- Introduction 1
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Section I. Theoretical and methodological perspectives of collaborative writing
- Chapter 1. Sociocultural approaches to L2 digital collaborative writing 12
- Chapter 2. Metacognitive approaches to collaborative writing 32
- Chapter 3. Collaborative writing in face-to-face and computer-mediated L2 settings 53
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Section II. Empirical research on face-to-face and computer-mediated collaborative writing
- Chapter 4. Do task repetition and pretask focus on form instruction impact collaborative writing performance? 80
- Chapter 5. Examining the role of peer collaborative feedback processing and task repetition in task-based L2 writing 109
- Chapter 6. Online collaborative L2 writing 130
- Chapter 7. Peer interaction in collaborative L2 writing across synchronous and asynchronous CMC modes 155
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Section III. Pedagogical practices of collaborative writing in the digital age
- Chapter 8. Designing collaborative writing tasks for face-to-face and computer-mediated communication contexts 184
- Chapter 9. Use of digital technologies for collaborative writing 202
- Chapter 10. Assessing collaborative writing 229
- Index 249
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents v
- Acknowledgments vii
- Introduction 1
-
Section I. Theoretical and methodological perspectives of collaborative writing
- Chapter 1. Sociocultural approaches to L2 digital collaborative writing 12
- Chapter 2. Metacognitive approaches to collaborative writing 32
- Chapter 3. Collaborative writing in face-to-face and computer-mediated L2 settings 53
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Section II. Empirical research on face-to-face and computer-mediated collaborative writing
- Chapter 4. Do task repetition and pretask focus on form instruction impact collaborative writing performance? 80
- Chapter 5. Examining the role of peer collaborative feedback processing and task repetition in task-based L2 writing 109
- Chapter 6. Online collaborative L2 writing 130
- Chapter 7. Peer interaction in collaborative L2 writing across synchronous and asynchronous CMC modes 155
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Section III. Pedagogical practices of collaborative writing in the digital age
- Chapter 8. Designing collaborative writing tasks for face-to-face and computer-mediated communication contexts 184
- Chapter 9. Use of digital technologies for collaborative writing 202
- Chapter 10. Assessing collaborative writing 229
- Index 249
