PROSPECTS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING WRITING SKILLS
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ICT, writing, skills, teaching, learning, technology, integration, educationAbstract
This study examined the prospects of information and communication technology in teaching and learning writing skills. The world is globally connected through ICT, hence the need to implement it in schools. Tools, such as word processing software, online writing platforms and digital feedback systems, influence students’ writing performance. The study affirms that ICT can positively function in teaching and learning writing skills, sentence and paragraph development by providing opportunities for collaborative learning, instant feedback and self –assessment, however, challenges such as, digital distractions and lack of access to technology have been observed. It recommended that, teachers should create their instruction using diverse interesting ICT materials and expose learners to friendly ICT environment. In conclusion, the paper emphasized the need for effective integration of ICT in writing instruction for better performance
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