ERIC Number: EJ991460
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 9
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0090-4244
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An ESL Audio-Script Writing Workshop
Miller, Carla
Journal of Adult Education, v41 n1 spec iss p27-35 2012
The roles of dialogue, collaborative writing, and authentic communication have been explored as effective strategies in second language writing classrooms. In this article, the stages of an innovative, multi-skill writing method, which embeds students' personal voices into the writing process, are explored. A 10-step ESL Audio Script Writing Model is illustrated through the examination of similar writing models and their deficits. Developed in a University Intensive English Program, the ESL Audio Script Writing Model was integrated into a 10-week Idioms course. The multi-skill audio script recording activity integrates opportunities for students to perform, record, and publish. A sample audio script group dialogue is also provided. (Contains 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Writing Workshops, Collaborative Writing, Models, Interpersonal Communication, Communication (Thought Transfer), Journal Writing, Peer Relationship, Teacher Student Relationship, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Writing Instruction, Audiovisual Aids, Audio Equipment
Mountain Plains Adult Education Association. c/o Adult Learning Center, 815 Front Street, Helena, MT 59602. Tel: 406-324-2118; Web site: https://www.mpaea.org/?page=publications
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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