matesol: ELT 521- process writing response: MA TESOL team Weblog


"Students, like myself, usually start by writing a summary of the reading assignment because they are unsure of expressing their own thoughts; only later, with practice and confidence, students become more comfortable expressing their thoughts and reactions about an assigned reading. The teacher usually does not mark journal writings; however, teachers usually comment on the student’s responses. I believe teacher’s comments encourage students to write and express new ideas in their journals."