WATTPAD.COM: ENHANCING WRITING SKILLS IN ESL CLASSROOM.
Journal Title: International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR) - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 12
Abstract
This study pinpoints the integration of web-based language learning (WBLL) and writing skills in the ESL classroom. Current research shows that WBLL places a great deal of improvement in reading and speaking skills. However, this paper aims to find out if WBLL can be used as a platform to assign writing activities and provide corrective feedback among the upper primary school students in Putrajaya, Raub, Pahang and Jempol, Negeri Sembilan. Data is collected and analyzed descriptively through the pre-post test score, formative tasks, and group interview. The main findings suggested that a) integration of the writing modules developed and Wattpad.com makes WBLL possible in the primary ESL classroom as participants constantly showed improvement in writing skills through the formative tasks and pre-post test, b) participants improve writing skills from the corrective feedback given directly in the process of writing and c) participants view WBLL positively in learning writing skills. In conclusion, it is proven that the use of Wattpad.com able to gauge the writing performance as well as positive attitudes towards WBLL.
Authors and Affiliations
Nurul Syifa Binti Abdul Rahman, Melor Md Yunus.
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