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http://dx.doi.org/10.14400/JDPM.2014.12.1.51

A Study on the methods for improving writing ability through e-learning  

Ryu, Da-Young (Liberal Arts School, Jungwon University)
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Journal of Digital Convergence / v.12, no.1, 2014 , pp. 51-60 More about this Journal
Abstract
Modern society is rapidly changing by the Internet, and it is getting influential on the field of education. Learners can learn what they want to learn actively and freely at their desired level at anywhere in their free time by using the internet. The purpose of this study, therefore, is to find out the methods for improving writing ability through e-learning. The results of the study are as follows: First, learners can attend a lecture to improve their writing ability and can get learning materials from on-line course sites, internet websites, communities and blogs. Second, e-learning is learner-centered education, so it stimulates learners learning motivation and interest. Third, learners have an opportunity to express their ideas freely, and they can gain cultural comprehension while they communicate with people in the world by e-mail and chatting.
Keywords
E-learning; On-line Education; English Writing Education;
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