USING WIKI-TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE STUDENTS' WRITING COMPETENCE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.47390/SPR1342V5I3Y2025N82Keywords:
wiki-technology, collaborative writing, writing competence, feedback, peer review, higher education, language learningAbstract
This article explores the effectiveness of wiki-technology in enhancing students' writing competence in higher education. Through a combination of theoretical analysis and empirical research, the study examines how collaborative wiki-based writing activities promote peer feedback, revision processes, and critical thinking skills. The findings reveal significant improvements in students' writing quality, organization, grammatical accuracy, and lexical diversity.
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