The effect of learner training on the use of digital tools to support English writing skills

natural part of teaching and learning

sophistication

connectivity

access to technology

tertiary level

lower level

tech-savvy

digitally literate

use of computers

to motivate learners

use of word processors

stimulate collaborative writing

higher cognizance

new script

effectiveness of technology

users knowledge of technological tools

level of comfort

their expertise

pause patterns

skilled writers

less skilled

CALL environments

self-learning opportunities

negative results

lack of technical skills

lack of strategic skills

lack of pedagogical skills

Reinders and Hubbard

direct teaching

indirect teaching

ongoing guidance

follow-up support

object of training programme

how to use writing support tools

Grammar

Synonyms

Thesaurus

Spell check

Translation

Text-to-speech

Research Design

Pre-Training

Training

Post-Training

pen&paper writing

MS Word writing

interview

pen&paper writing

MS Word writing

five-day training

surveys about digital practices

free-writing

interviews

common devices

smartphone

laptop

common digital practices

Facebook

email

text

instant messaging

internet search engines

phot and video sharing