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The Right Approach in Practice: A Discussion of the Applicability of EFL Writing Practices in a Saudi Context

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The aim of this paper is to describe the different approaches applied to teaching writing in the L2 context and the way these different methods have been established so far. The perspectives include a product approach, genre approach and process approach. Each has its own merits and objectives for application. Regarding the study context, it may be noted throughout previous researches that the product approach is the most common way of teaching EFL writing. In this regard, L2 teachers are mostly concerned with grammatical accuracy and the final written product. However, this paper shifts the emphasis more towards the process approach and how this is more appropriate for the Saudi context. A further description of measuring elements in this approach is provided. Finally, this means of providing feedback is considered in relation to the teaching of writing. As a result, it is hoped that this paper will provide insights for developing writing practices in EFL teaching in Saudi Arabia.

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  • Iman Oraif, 2016. "The Right Approach in Practice: A Discussion of the Applicability of EFL Writing Practices in a Saudi Context," English Language Teaching, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 9(7), pages 1-97, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibn:eltjnl:v:9:y:2016:i:7:p:97
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    1. Mohamed Ali Al-Khairy, 2013. "Saudi English-Major Undergraduates' Academic Writing Problems: A Taif University Perspective," English Language Teaching, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 6(6), pages 1-1, June.
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