The first is as a goal of learning. It is important for students to develop the writing skill in order to express themselves in written English in letters, messages, stories, and so on. The second role, however, is as a means of learning. Writing can provide further sources of practice and can help the students remember the words, phrases, grammar, etc. that they are learning. By working on writing tasks, students can become closely involved with the language and, in doing so, develop their general language proficiency.
Writing can thus form a very important element in the course.
Practical ideas Encourage the students to keep written records of what they learn. Before calling on the students to do any large oral activity, such as ROLE PLAY , students can be encouraged to plan in writing what they are going to say. Where possible, give the students real-life tasks which have a real audience. In correcting students' writing, try not to over-correct. Ask the students to underline the things they are not sure of or where they would like your help - you need only then correct the things they have identified.