Factors on L2 Writing Performance

Abstract: This paper is a review of the research methods adopted by the ten studies centering on the same topic: influencing factors on second language writing performance. It aims to shed some insight for researchers who will conduct similar studies on second language writing and provide them the research methods to use. The research methods employed by the studies are mainly examined from the types of research (or research design), number of participants investigated, and instruments for data collection and data analysis. Recommendations for future studies, especially for the improvement of research methods are provided