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From early work by Daiute
(1984), it is clear that word processing helps learners become better
writers. The evidence is strong for the benefits of word-processing in
encouraging longer writing and more revision for both first- and
second-language writers (Daiute, 1985; Phinney, 1988, 1991; Neu &
Scarcella, 1991; Bangert-Drowns, 1993). Writing improves writing skills, and
the word processor makes revision far easier than writing on paper. The
benefits also come in part through greater motivation from using the computer
and reduced anxiety about writing because of the ease in editing and revision.
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