Then
Focus on grammar and sentence construction
learning by imitating and practicing models
little difference between teaching of writing and teaching of grammar
attempts to advoid errors through controlled and guided writing
feedback provided by teacher
Mastery of functional patterns the goal at higher levels (narrative, exposition, description)
Product- based approach
personal writing often emphasized
Now
Focus on composing process
focus on genres
focus on text types and text organized
use of peer feedback
focus on effective writing strategies