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Effects of Word Processing Tools on Improving Writing Skills in the Process of Learning a Foreign Language

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30–37
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2022-12-17
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However, these results could be affected by, for instance, the incompetence of students using word processors.

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Objective & Hypothesis:The current study aims to display descriptive information on using word processing tools to enhance writing skills in the process of learning the English language.
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Key Findings & Data:Writing is an important skill that includes creative thinking, refining, organizing, and editing ideas to have effective communication.
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Conclusion & Impact:However, these results could be affected by, for instance, the incompetence of students using word processors.
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⚙️Variables:English as a foreign language writing · computer-assisted word-processing · pen-and-paper

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The current study aims to display descriptive information on using word processing tools to enhance writing skills in the process of learning the English language. Writing is an important skill that includes creative thinking, refining, organizing, and editing ideas to have effective communication. However, due to its artificial nature, writing is a skill that should be enhanced by means of constant practice. Therefore, it can be challenging for both native speakers and second language learners to produce a proper writing task. With the development of technology, many programs have emerged, like Ms. Word processor, Grammarly, and Google Docs which can be used to create and edit writing. Many studies discussed the advantages and disadvantages of pen-and-paper writing and computer-assisted writing. Pen-and-paper writing can positively affect the students' motor skills and cognitive development, while computer-assisted writing can improve the writing quality and skills of the learners. However, these results could be affected by, for instance, the incompetence of students using word processors.

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KOCAMAN, O. (2022). Effects of Word Processing Tools on Improving Writing Skills in the Process of Learning a Foreign Language. Language and Technology, Cilt: 4 - Sayı: 1, 30–37. https://ajindex.com/articles/869834

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