A manual of techniques for teaching writing in classes of English as a second language (ESL) encourages composition beyond elementary-level sentence exercises. The objectives include communicating to a reader, expressing ideas without the pressure of face-to-face communication, exploring a subject, recording experiences, and becoming familiar with the conventions of English discourse. An introductory chapter outlines various approaches to writing in ESL: controlled-to-free, free-writing, paragraph-pattern, grammar-syntax-organization, communicative, and process. Subsequent chapters discuss these techniques: seven basic questions for planning the class; using pictures; using readings; using all language skills; teaching practical writing; using controlled writing; teaching organization; and responding to students' writing. A section providing ideas for class activities follows each chapter. (MSE)