TEACHING ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING TO C1-LEVEL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: PROCESS AND PRODUCT APPROACHES
Keywords:
argumentative writing, C1 level, university students, process approach, product approach, EAP, academic writing.Abstract
Argumentative writing is a cornerstone of academic success for university students, particularly at advanced proficiency levels such as C1. This paper examines two dominant pedagogical approaches to teaching argumentative writing: the process approach and the product approach. While the product approach emphasizes the final written output and structural models, the process approach focuses on stages of writing, including brainstorming, drafting, peer feedback, and revision. Through analysis of their strengths, weaknesses, and practical applications, this article advocates for an integrated approach that leverages the benefits of both methods for effective teaching at the C1 level.
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