Incorporation of Product Approach and Process Approach in English Writing Instruction

Abstract

Abstract. In this paper, the author first makes a brief review of writing instruction development. Then she introduces the two kinds of writing instruction approaches: product approach and process approach. In Chapter Two, the author makes a detailed comparison of these two approaches based on data and information from research on current English writing teaching. By comparison, the author finds that both approaches have their advantages and disadvantages: the advantages of product approach lie in the fact that, according to cognitive psychology theory, some aspects of this approach such as imitation and drills and practice comply with learners, acquisition procedure, and as is proved by real classroom teaching, it can of certain help to improve students, writing ability.