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Rahimi, Mohammad – Language Teaching Research, 2021
The impetus for the present study came from Ferris' (2010) article discussing the gap between theory, research, and practice in written corrective feedback (WCF). To address this gap, the present study aimed at comparing the impact of focused vs. comprehensive WCF and revision on the improvement of written accuracy of learners of English as a…
Descriptors: Error Correction, Writing Instruction, Essays, Writing Evaluation
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Karim, Khaled; Nassaji, Hossein – Language Teaching Research, 2020
This study investigated the short-term and delayed effects of comprehensive written corrective feedback (WCF) on L2 learners' revision accuracy and new pieces of writing (i.e., the transfer effect of feedback). Three types of feedback were compared: direct feedback and two types of indirect feedback that differed in their degree of explicitness…
Descriptors: Revision (Written Composition), Transfer of Training, Error Correction, Feedback (Response)
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Lira-Gonzales, Maria-Lourdes; Nassaji, Hossein – TESL Canada Journal, 2020
This study examined and compared different written corrective feedback techniques used by English as a second language (ESL) teachers in three different educational contexts and levels (primary, secondary, and college) in Quebec, Canada. In particular, it examined whether there were any differences in the types of errors made, the kind and degree…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Feedback (Response), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
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Simard, Daphnée; Guénette, Danièle; Bergeron, Annie – Language Awareness, 2015
The impact written corrective feedback (WCF) has on second language development is still a subject of much debate. While some believe it leads to improvement, others are more sceptical. But in order for WCF to lead to second language improvement, learners must first be able to not only correctly interpret the WCF but also understand the linguistic…
Descriptors: Metalinguistics, Second Language Learning, English (Second Language), French
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Froc, Myra L. – Canadian Modern Language Review, 1995
Examines the problems associated with interlanguage in French immersion and how teachers can use the writing process to help students develop the target language. It is suggested that language can be mediated through conferencing sessions, and in so doing, propel students into their zone of proximal development. (15 references) (Author/CK)
Descriptors: Course Objectives, Error Correction, Foreign Countries, French
Bisaillon, Jocelyne – 1991
A study investigated the effectiveness of a text revision strategy in improving the writing skills of college students (St. Lawrence Campus of Champlain College in Quebec) of French as a second language. Subjects were two groups of students in one course. One group (n=24) was taught a revision technique using self-questioning to detect and correct…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, College Students, Error Correction, Foreign Countries