The document discusses the product approach to teaching writing, which was popular during the audio-lingual era. This approach focuses on the final written product and emphasizes mechanical correctness and imitating models provided by the teacher. It involves stages like familiarization with a text, controlled writing, and guided writing leading to free writing. Proponents say it improves writing skills, but critics argue it devalues learners' potential.

1. Teaching of Composition Bien Niño H. Manalo Maria Katherine S. Gariguez MAT –E GMT