Analysis of Automated Written Corrective Feedback and Direct Written Corrective Feedback: Differences in First and Second Language Acquisition

The issue of error correction and Corrective Feedback on students’ writing performance has long been debated. The current research takes a novel and exciting approach using recent technological advancements. These advancements have paved the way for the increased use of software that can automatically analyse students’ writings. The Automated Writing Evaluation (AWE) software, a key player in this approach, compares a written text to a vast database of writings of the same genre. This innovative and novel approach, which is at the forefront of the field, holds immense potential to revolutionise the way we approach language learning and writing improvement, sparking a new era of excitement and optimism for the future of education. The AWE software's role in providing students with Automated Written Corrective Feedback (AWCF) is not just crucial but transformative, opening exciting possibilities for their writing improvement and igniting a sense of excitement for the future of education.