Apprasial of the Theories and Methods of Writing Skills in English Language

Abstract

A number of theories and methods have been advanced in an attempt to solve the problems inherent in the acquisition of writing skills, especially in a second language situation. A host of these theories and their associated methods have received scholarly criticisms based on their limitations and inadequacy in fully addressing the concerns in the acquisition of writing skills. This paper attempts to review these theories and methods, with particular emphasis on their suitability and effectiveness in the acquisition of writing skills in English as a second language.