Unleashing writing creativity in students

Rinvolucri discusses "Lathophobic Aphasia," language paralysis due to fear of mistakes, emphasizing perfectionism in language learning. He advocates for a supportive approach to writing, encouraging creative exercises where teachers enrich, not correct. Three activities—Writing across the Classroom, Tree-leaf Correspondence, and Taping Dialogues—are presented, fostering enjoyable, communicative writing. The focus is on breaking perfectionist barriers and enhancing language exploration in a relaxed classroom environment.

Communicative writing Creative Writing Language learning Language paralysis Lathophobic Aphasia Perfectionism Writing activities