THE USE OF DEEP LEARNING IN ENHANCING STUDENTS’ WRITING ABILITY: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Keywords:
Deep learning, literatur review, writing abilityAbstract
Effective English writing is a prospective skill that students of all levels must acquire. This skill is the final language skill to be acquired and the most challenging to develop due to the fact that it requires the simultaneous, clear, and effective control of numerous components, including the organization of thoughts in a logical order, the selection of appropriate words, the adherence to grammar rules, and the use of spelling and punctuation while writing. Deep learning approaches are investigated in this study as a prospective alternative for improving students' writing abilities. 15 articles were systematically analysed in the study, which were selected from Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, and SINTA. The research revealed that the methods of teaching writing varied based on the educational level, with the use of educational technologies ranging. This implied that the efficacy of technology-supported writing processes is contingent upon the cognitive development of students. Teachers are anticipated to possess a comprehensive understanding of the efficacy of deep learning in improving the writing skills of students.
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