Being able to write well is not an option for all adolescents but a necessity. Chastain (1988) viewed writing skill as a basic communication skill and a unique asset in the process of learning a second language. Writing is a very important academic skill. In spite of this crucial role of Writing, many students still have problems concerning writing. Harris (1969, p. 68) defines writing as “silent skill as it is done in silence.” Writing as a complex skill involves the simultaneous practice of a number of very different abilities, some of which are never fully achieved by many students even in their native language. In this study, an attempt is made to investigate current theories of writing. The current literature showed that there are different number of theories that can help teachers and researchers to find out the best way to deal with writing methodology in EFL classes.
Writing skill, strategies, native language, components of writing
