Implementation of imagery as a learning strategy to promote writing

Abstract

The main objective of the research was to describe how the use of imagery positively influences and improves students writing production. By promoting writing skills, students activate their background knowledge to make an enjoyable description in a classroom and make meaningful writing possible. The images used contribute to develop the process of the students’ language learning. The images oblige the students to pay attention to the topics that they, then can select and organize according to their individual needs and preferences. This study was conducted with 23 students 7-2 grade at José Celestino Mutis High School, in Ibague (Tolima) from August to October, 2015. The selected research method in this case is Action Research that is implemented in four stages: The first one is about a plan that is elaborated based on students’ needs and interests; the second one is the implementation of the plan which applies writing sequence activities; the third is direct observation which is an important instrument to get to know students’ reactions when using images; finally the last one is reflection, which involves data analysis and interpretation in a qualitative way.