Process-focused instruction, which was largely a reaction against form-dominated instruction, emphasizes learned-centered tasks in which students
Teachers allow time for pre-writing activities, including brainstorming and bridging to students' background knowledge (i.e. schemata). Students are encouraged to write multiple drafts, communicate with authentic audience, share feedback with peers, revise and edit their writing, and then publish their writing. Content and student expression are viewed as more important than linguistic correctness.
Technology enhances this approach in terms of providing both collaborative writing opportunities and individualized skill development using computer-based programs. Butler-Pascoe and Wiburg (2003) made a list showing how technology supports different stages of the writing process: