Language Classroom Content & Pedagogy General Research-Oriented Short Presentation
Pen or Keyboard? The Impact of Task Modality on Writing Fluency Development
Although fluency writing tasks are commonly used in EFL courses, research that is helpful in setting fluency development goals is limited. We investigated fluency development and the impact of modality (typing and handwriting) over one semester. Results suggest that modality affects both the amount produced and the rate of growth.
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I am a lecturer at Osaka Jogakuin University and College in Osaka, Japan. My research interests include how to develop productive language skills and curriculum development. I am particularly interested in how post-tasks might be used to enhance speaking ability.
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I am a lecturer at Mukogawa Women's University in Hyogo, Japan and a Ph.D. candidate at Temple University Japan (Osaka Campus). My research interests include productive language development and assessment, EFL writing, and EFL vocabulary learning and instruction.
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