The Development of Speaking/Writing Variability in Narratives of Non-Native English Speakers.

Haynes, Laurie Ann

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Publication Date: 1992

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The Development of Speaking/Writing Variability in Narratives of Non-Native English Speakers.

Haynes, Laurie Ann

Issues in Applied Linguistics, v3 n1 p43-67 Jun 1992

Investigates target language variability between speaking and writing in the second language acquisition of non-native English speakers. Results reveal that as narrators advance in English proficiency, they develop more abstract content and reported style in speech and writing and that speech and writing become more interactive. (28 references) (Author/CK)

Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Processes, Data Analysis, Discourse Analysis, English (Second Language), Interlanguage, Language Proficiency, Language Styles, Language Variation, Narration, Oral Language, Second Language Instruction, Writing (Composition)

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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