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Ferris, Dana R. – Journal of Second Language Writing, 1993
Using data from a large second-language (L2) text analysis (160 texts, 62 variables) in which automatic analysis was not used, it is demonstrated that a computer program designed for first-language texts is not accurate enough to capture completely the structures used by L2 writers. Suggestions are offered for an L2 text analysis program. (17…
Descriptors: Computational Linguistics, Language Research, Second Language Learning, Structural Analysis (Linguistics)

Matsuda, Paul Kei – Journal of Second Language Writing, 2001
Explores possibilities for the study of divergent aspects of discursive practices by focusing on the notion of voice and considers implications for second language writing research and instruction. Examines recent critiques of the notion of voice that emphasize its strong association with the ideology of individualism. Presents evidence of voice…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Discourse Analysis, Japanese, Language Research