Patterns of Lexis in the Writing of Japanese EFL Students: A Comparative Study

Authors

Phillip R. Morrow

Publication Date

1997-12-01

Abstract

In the teaching of composition to EFL students, the study of vocabulary use generally receives less attention than matters of organization and structure, and related issues of grammar and style. It is, of course, necessary for inexperienced writers to study and attain some mastery in these areas, but the appropriate and effective use of words is also an essential part of good writing. While the role of lexis in writing has not usually been emphasized, neither has it been entirely neglected. In the past few years there have been several insightful studies dealing the various aspects of lexis and its place in the teaching of English as a second or foreign language.

DOI

10.58837/CHULA.PASAA.27.1.6

First Page

87

Last Page

99

Recommended Citation

Morrow, Phillip R. (1997) "Patterns of Lexis in the Writing of Japanese EFL Students: A Comparative Study," PASAA: Vol. 27: Iss. 1, Article 6.
DOI: 10.58837/CHULA.PASAA.27.1.6
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/pasaa/vol27/iss1/6