This study analyzes the syllabi of English writing courses at Japanese universities to investigate instructional approaches at the institutional level. By conducting a content analysis of 1,408 syllabi from 74 randomly sampled universities, the research examines predominant instructional approaches, their integration, and the institutional factors influencing product-oriented approaches. Logistic regression analysis was used to explore these influences. The findings reveal that Japanese universities’ English writing classes predominantly use paragraph-based (73%) and sentence-based approaches (48.1%). There has been an increase in process-based approaches (44.7%), but genre-based approaches, particularly those fostering comprehensive literacy skills, remain rare (1.5%). Additionally, integrated instructional approaches were more frequently used than single approaches, suggesting an awareness of the complex nature of English writing instruction. The findings also indicate that product-oriented approaches remain prevalent (54.8%), emphasizing formality and structure. The use of textbooks is a significant institutional factor influencing the adoption of product-oriented approaches (OR = 2.28, p < .001). This study underscores the ongoing emphasis on product-oriented approaches in Japanese English writing education, highlighting the need for balanced instructional strategies that integrate product-oriented, process-oriented, and genre-specific approaches. It offers a foundation for refining curricula to better prepare EFL students for diverse communicative demands in a global context.
Abstract 요약 Introduction Literature Review Instructional Approaches to L2 Writing Approaches in the EFL Higher Education Context within Asia Methods Data Data Collection Data Analyses Results RQ1: Approaches Adopted in English Writing Classes RQ2: Patterns of Integrated Instructional Approaches RQ3: Institutional Influence on Product-Oriented Approaches Discussion A Shift Toward a Post-Process Approach Product-Oriented Approaches and Influential Factors Conclusion Acknowledgements The Authors References Appendix
키워드
Japanese EFLL2 writinginstructional approachessyllabus analysisevidence- based program management
The goals of Asia TEFL are to promote scholarship, disseminate information, and facilitate cross-cultural understanding among persons concerned with the teaching and learning of English in Asia. In order to accomplish this, Asia TEFL will pursue the following goals:
1. To link ELT professionals in joint research on issues and concerns regarding English teaching and learning in the Asian context.
2. To publish an academic journal, The Asia TEFL Journal, as an internationally recognized journal in the field of English language teaching.
3. To host conferences and seminars addressing important issues concerning ELT in Asia.
4. To develop proficiency guidelines and assessment methods designed for the needs of the Asian context.
5. To develop programs for Asian learners and teachers of English to build their English language proficiency and cultural understanding and provide them with the skills required to be efficient English teaching professionals.
간행물
간행물명
The Journal of AsiaTEFL
간기
계간
pISSN
1738-3102
eISSN
2466-1511
수록기간
2004~2026
등재여부
SCOPUS,KCI 등재
십진분류
KDC 740DDC 420
이 권호 내 다른 논문 / The Journal of AsiaTEFL Vol.21 No.4