A Comparative Analysis of Conclusion Moves in Chinese and Foreign Master’s Theses in Applied Linguistics

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10.2991/978-2-38476-297-2_80How to use a DOI?

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Genre structure; move; conclusion; applied linguistics; corpus

Abstract

The study aims to investigate the differences in move analysis of conclusion sections between Chinese and foreign masters’ theses in applied linguistics, using a corpus-based approach. This study employs a quantitative approach, analyzing a corpus with 45,856 words, formed by a total of 40 conclusion sections of masters’ theses in applied linguistics from 2020-2021. This study provides insights into the differences in conclusion writing between Chinese and foreign masters’ theses, shedding light on the former’s emphasis on systematic and comprehensive writing. The findings also contribute to the enhancement of academic writing skills and the understanding of the move structure of academic writings, particularly the conclusion section.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Tingyi Chen
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/10/31
TI  - A Comparative Analysis of Conclusion Moves in Chinese and Foreign Master’s Theses in Applied Linguistics
BT  - Proceedings of the 2024 8th International Seminar on Education, Management and Social Sciences (ISEMSS 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 633
EP  - 639
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-297-2_80
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-297-2_80
ID  - Chen2024
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