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Toward an Understanding of the Distinct Nature of L2 Writing: The ESL Research and Its Implications.
Peer reviewedSilva, Tony – TESOL Quarterly, 1993
Analysis of 72 reports comparing first- (L1) and (L2) second-language writing indicate differences between L1 and L2 writing with regard to composing processing and features of written text. Implications for L2 and L1 writing theory, comparative writing research, and assessment, placement, staffing, and instruction are discussed. (Contains 77…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, English (Second Language), Language Acquisition, Language Research
