3. Gradual shift of interest from the analysis of
the finished product of a written text to the
actual strategies adopted by a writer in the
process of writing.
Change in focus from the role of teacher as a
evaluator to a facilitator.
4. To give a brief overview of ideas about
process writing in order to show that feedback
plays a crucial role in the development of
writing process.
To discuss about process of writing, role of
feedback, forms of feedback.
Feedback in a writing class in Bangladesh
5. Janet Emig’s (1971) research concluded that
‘teachers tend to underconceptualize and
oversimplify the process of composing.’
6. Zamel’s (1983) study of the composing process
of six skilled writer made the following points
about strategies adopted by good writers……….
Brainstorming, planning and note taking.
Revising to make global changes, i.e.
structure organization.
7. Strategies adopted by good writer
Rereading large parts to asses the continuity of
ideas.
Not hampered by linguistic competence, often
resorting to write word in L1
Concerned with audience, produce text accessible
to reader
8. Role of Feedback
Idea of feedback is fundamental
element of the process approach of
writing (Keh,1990).
Can help student deal with problems
of articulation, by asking question
which help students by clarifying
ideas & by supplying them with
information.
9. Role of Feedback
Help to make interaction more
overt & reciprocal and help to
develop skills in making their
writing more accessible to the
reader.
Reduce the cognitive strain created
by the pressure of writing at the
same time.
