The Routledge International Handbook of Research on Writing

This handbook provides a global perspective on developments in research on writing, focusing on writing and human development across cultures, multimodalities, and digital spaces.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 604 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive handbook, featuring a diverse array of contributors from across the globe and spanning various disciplinary fields, provides a truly global outlook on the latest developments in research on writing. It delves into the multifaceted aspects of writing, encompassing its role in human development across different cultures, from childhood to adulthood. The revised edition emphasizes the significance of multimodalities and the challenges and opportunities associated with writing and learning in digital spaces.

The handbook is organized into five sections, each covering a distinct aspect of writing research. The first section explores the historical and cultural contexts of writing, examining how writing systems have evolved and how they vary across different societies. The second section examines the cognitive processes involved in writing, including attention, memory, and language processing. The third section explores the social and psychological dimensions of writing, including its role in identity formation, social interaction, and mental health. The fourth section examines the educational implications of writing, including its role in teaching and learning and the development of literacy skills. The fifth section explores the technological advancements that have influenced writing, including the rise of digital technologies and their impact on writing practices and processes.

Throughout the handbook, contributors offer insightful perspectives and empirical research on a wide range of topics related to writing. They draw on a diverse range of theoretical frameworks and methodologies, including cognitive psychology, sociocultural theory, and educational research, to shed light on the complex and multifaceted nature of writing. The handbook is an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers, and educators interested in understanding the latest developments in research on writing. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of writing, covering a range of topics that are relevant to practitioners and policymakers alike.

Weight: 1172g
Dimension: 255 x 179 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138345256
Edition number: 2 ed