Ch1

I started reading today and have done chapter one so far. From what I have read so far, I believe we chose the right book. The chapter begins with an explanation on how most ELS comp theory is unrefined but gives a small history of it's progress. Several different schools are thought are looked into; however, it goes the step further by declaring the needs of ESL students will vary much more from those of NES (Native English Speakers). Because of that reason, things that may not seem so important to us, be it rhetorical strategies, grammar, citations and even research and acquisition of articles, should be taken into consideration as their needs differ from NES. In the end, many factors should be taken into account when deciding what pedagogical approach should be asserted in the ESL classroom, whether it be personal or institutional.

"Apprentice ESL writers may require "more of everything" in terms of procedures, heuristitics, content, practice, and feedback than their NES counterparts ." That is, L2 composition teachers offer their learners the greatest benefit by devoting "more time and attention across the board to strategic, rhetorical, and linguistic concerns." (Pg.17)