Print-based multimodal texts: Using illustrated poems for generating ideas and writing narratives

The article provides insights on how print-based multimodal texts can be utilized to generate ideas and help students write narrative texts. A qualitative approach in research design was employed with a pre-test writing assignment. NAPLAN’s (2010) Writing-Narrative Marking Guide adapted evaluate the respondents’ essays. Moreover, diary notes were used as instruments gather data. respondents five Year 10 from suburban secondary school Selangor, Malaysia. findings indicated that illustrated poem ‘Pond’ enabled for their writing. narratives also fulfilled criteria of text structure, ideas, character setting, vocabulary stated Analytical Rubric Narrative Marking. Therefore, able narratives. However, utilisation picture stimulus only helped certain extent. quality further improved through feedback provided during teaching learning sessions. revealed achieve ‘can do’ statement CEFR Assessment Format. Furthermore, use encouraged visual literacy exploited semiotic resources within This study suggested could instructional materials writing; thus, teachers should consider them promote effective learning.