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1. Preliminary Research

Preliminary research is the process of investigating multiple problems as

considerations for product development. Using theoretical studies, empirical

studies from relevant research, and field research, problem identification and

need analysis (NA) are performed. The theoretical study examined theories,

principles, and concepts associated with writing learning, assessment, and the

use of ICT through a search of the scholarly literature. In addition, relevant

research was conducted on developing writing skills learning models by

integrating the assessment process and the use of ICT. The researcher

concluded, based on the findings of this study, what previous researchers had

done and identified opportunities to complement or continue the previous

research.

NA was conducted by distributing a questionnaire to 165 students of the

English department at a state university in Sulawesi Tengah, particularly those

students who had enrolled in writing courses. She also interviewed five teachers

who have experience in teaching writing courses. The former focused on the

students' target and learning needs, whereas the latter sought to elicit lecturers'

viewpoints on writing instruction. In short, this preliminary study intends to

gather detailed information about the current state of writing teaching in the

target setting. As a result, the development process can be more thoroughly

planned and tailored to the needs of the field.

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