INCREMENTAL IMPROVEMENT OF LEARNERS' ESSAY-WRITING SKILLS
Abstract
This study investigates how methodical instructional approaches might gradually enhance students' essay-writing abilities. Despite the fact that writing is an essential academic and professional talent, many students find it difficult to acquire efficient essay-writing strategies. The incremental strategy used in this study emphasizes feedback mechanisms, controlled learning periods, and iterative changes. This study describes effective techniques for teachers and students to gradually improve essay-writing skills by looking at pertinent literature and empirical data. The results indicate that intentional practice, focused feedback, and scaffolded learning all play a major role in long-term gains in writing proficiency.
Keywords
Essay writing, incremental learning, feedback, scaffolding, writing proficiency.
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