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Analyzing descriptive report writing among English language learners in Japan through a genre-based approach to second language writing.

  • Published In: English Text Construction, 2024, v. 17, n. 1. P. 29 1 of 3

  • Database: Communication Source 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nagao, Akiko 3 of 3

Abstract

This mixed-methods study evaluated the evolution of thematic development in descriptive report writing among 12 first-year English for Academic Purposes (EAP) university students in Japan over the course of a 15-week program. The program employed a genre-based approach within a Systemic Functional Linguistic framework. Four consecutive information report essays (two pre-essays, a post-essay, and a delayed test essay) were analyzed to assess the student's writing progress. The results revealed a general progression, starting with limited Theme development in the first pre-essay, to some students exhibiting a growing familiarity with coherence and cohesion in terms of the generic structure of descriptive reports. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:English Text Construction. 2024/01, Vol. 17, Issue 1, p29
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1874-8767
  • DOI:10.1075/etc.00061.nag
  • Accession Number:180366988
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