Beginning to Write contains over 100 writing activities suitable for
elementary and intermediate learners. It shows that it is possible to
take the teaching of writing seriously at an early stage in language
learning. It also recognises the role writing plays in general language
learning. The introduction discusses the differences between speaking
and writing, the purpose of writing and the real world uses to which it
is put. Process writing is discussed in a particularly clear manner and
approaches to teaching writing are considered. There are activities: -
to start learners writing with confidence - that practise such mechanics
as capitalisation, spelling and punctuation - that focus on the writing
process - that show how vaulable computers can be in teaching writing -
that focus on outcomes and on the assessment of writing.