The Perceptions of L2 Learners about Writing Practices Representing Authenticity, Communication, and Self-orientation

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to look into what perceptions college learners had about different activities in the writing process. The activities featured authenticity, communication, and self-orientation. Thus, this study attempted to implement the genuine functions of writing. For this study, 23 college students were served as the participants. With both the low and the intermediate level of English proficiency, they took an introductory writing course. For data collection, the researcher administered surveys and conducted interviews. Surveys were conducted five times, and interviews were carried out once with a focus group. In the surveys, the participants were asked to elaborate on their experience on communication and authentic reading materials. In the interviews conducted in a semi-structured form, they spelled out their story untold in the surveys. The findings showed that the participants engaged in reading, broadened their perspectives on the topics discussed, and enjoyed student-oriented activities.