Background: Writing is integral to educational success at all levels and to success in the workplace. However, low literacy is a global challenge, and many students lack sufficient skills to be good writers. With the rapid advance of technology, computer-based tools that provide automated feedback are being increasingly developed. However, mixed…

The aim of this research was to examine the effectiveness of video feedback in improving the quality of writing components and writing skills using flipped in online class and traditional teaching. The method used in this research was a quasi-experiment by dividing participants into two experimental groups, namely the group that received video…

This research examines how flow charts affect idea development and writing knowledge in first-year students of Jadara University, Jordan, who are English majors. English majors need creative and cognitively organized writing to succeed academically and professionally. To test this, 55 volunteers were randomly allocated to experimental and control…

Global trends suggest that teaching writing focuses on a skills-based approach to preparing children for high-stakes standardised tests. In the early years, teachers are grappling with finding a better balance between preparing children for such tests and satisfying their sense of pedagogic responsibility to teach them to become joyful, creative…

Evaluative language is crucial in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) writing, particularly in expressing authorial stance and supporting arguments. Among various linguistic frameworks, appraisal in Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL) has been extensively used to map and assess evaluative linguistic features. Since its inception in the early…

Background/purpose: This exploratory study integrates quantitative and qualitative approaches to investigate various facets of cyberlanguage usage, including its types, reasons for use, frequency in daily communication, student attitudes, and its effects on formal writing proficiency. Materials/methods: Quantitative data was collected through a…

This study aimed to explore writing requirements and lecturer expectations in first-year humanities and social science courses at a New Zealand university. Document analysis and lecturer interviews were used to collect data. The document analysis included writing assignment types, rhetorical functions of writing tasks, and descriptors in marking…

Assessing students' writing skills is at the heart of teachers' work in the English department studies of Moroccan universities. However, research has predominantly focused on student outcomes instead of paying close attention to investigate, assess, and quantify teachers' writing assessment literacy. Against this background, the purpose of this…

Background/purpose: In the digital era, students are expected not only to consume but also to produce meaningful and context-aware digital content. However, variations in students' writing styles and feature usage are often overlooked in both instruction and assessment. This study represents the first attempt to quantitatively examine how…

Background/Purpose. Grammar plays a crucial role in clarifying and cohering written and spoken communication throughout academic contexts. This study investigates how senior English majors use grammar to write reports, a critical skill for effective communication. Materials/Methods. A summative content analysis was conducted to examine the types…

Background/purpose: The study investigates whether the AI-assisted learning leads to a significant difference in student scores across the measured writing skills, and it also provides valuable insights for teachers and students on utilizing ChatGPT effectively. Specifically, the study applies a quasi-experimental design to assess five core…

This paper examines trainee teachers' views of academic literacy with a focus on the role of process and the concept of "becoming" in pedagogy. Often associated with Deleuzean philosophy, the practical implications of these ideas, both in teacher education and wider educational settings, are often unclear, and this paper explores their…

The study investigates EFL learners' perceptions of using Grammarly to enhance their writing proficiency in Bangladesh. English writing skills are vital for EFL learners, particularly in a globalized context where proficiency in English plays a significant role among non-native speakers. The study aims to explore and analyze learners' perspectives…

Mathematical communication, encompassing writing in, about, and for mathematics, is a critical competency. Defining excellent mathematical writing standards, however, remains challenging. To address this, we conducted a systematic review of 48 scholarly works on quality in mathematical writing. Our findings reveal mathematical writing for…

The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in engineering education has significantly transformed the learning process, particularly in developing technical writing skills. This study investigates how specific ICT tools such as Grammarly, Turnitin, Google Docs, and Moodle enhance technical writing proficiency among…