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Peer reviewedJohns, Ann M. – Written Communication, 1991
Analyzes the case of a Vietnamese-speaking science student who has repeatedly failed an English competency examination that analyzes essay content, rhetorical organization, and preparation for writing. Raises questions regarding the purposes, development, and evaluation of writing competency tests. (RDS)
Descriptors: Case Studies, English (Second Language), English Instruction, Error Analysis (Language)
