Course Description
Theories and current issues in the teaching and learning of second language composition and writing for academic purposes.
Athena Title
L2 Writing Research
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Students will be able to *Explain the origins and development of the field of second language writing *Critique main themes and controversies in the field of second language writing *Identify and apply current research trends in second language writing *Compare major research traditions and methodologies in second language writing
Topical Outline
What makes L2 writing distinct from L1? Writing process research Genre/text-based approaches Feedback and improvement Assessment Interaction in writing: audience, voice, and plagiarism Contexts and politics in L2 writing Contexts: high school Contexts: generation 1.5 EFL writing teachers/curriculum Contexts: professional communication