KOTESOL International Conference 2016
(Concurrent Session)
Heidi Nam, Chongshin University
Using Electronic Grammar Checkers in a Process-Based Writing Class
Abstract
Writing teachers should not have to generate the kind of feedback that a computer can provide instantly. This presentation aims (1) to help teachers select an electronic grammar checker that will support their teaching goals and (2) to suggest practical ways of integrating grammar checkers into a process-based writing course. Different grammar checkers offer different types of feedback: some provide error correction only, while others display grammar rules or style suggestions. Grammar checkers are not infallible, and students who use them should be aware of their limitations. Considering these limitations, grammar checkers should be considered a supplement, not a replacement, for peer and teacher feedback. Used prudently, grammar checkers can free teachers and classmates to focus more of their feedback on content, structure, and style.
Biographicals
Heidi Nam (MA TESL/TEFL University of Birmingham) teaches both general English and English education courses at Chongshin University in Seoul. She is a facilitator of the KOTESOL Christian Teachers SIG and recently served as chair of the 2016 Christians in ELT International Conference. Heidi also offers teacher training workshops as a part of Korea Teacher Trainers. Her interests include teacher training and teaching academic writing. Follow hvvnam on Twitter.
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