Disciplinary dynamics: a comparative study of move structures in research discussions

Nur Zafirah Razali (2024) Disciplinary dynamics: a comparative study of move structures in research discussions. Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (MJSSH), 9. pp. 1-20.

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Abstract

This study investigates the move structures employed in the research discussions of articles across academic disciplines, particularly science and non-science, focusing on the dynamics that shape disciplinary conventions. Based on a comparative analysis of selected articles from two distinct fields, this study aims to uncover how researchers in these fields discuss their research results, such as by articulating their findings, engaging with existing literature, and constructing arguments within their respective contexts. Through a qualitative content analysis approach, prevalent move structures were identified in the corpora, revealing both similarities and differences in the rhetorical strategies involved. Preliminary findings indicate that while certain move structures are universally recognised, each discipline exhibited unique patterns influenced by its academic conventions and discourse communities. These insights not only enhance our understanding of academic discourse but also highlight the importance of context in shaping research communication. The current findings essentially add to the growing body of knowledge on academic and research genre by providing a nuanced perspective on how move structures function as tools for the dissemination of knowledge. The implications extend to educators and researchers alike, offering guidance on effective writing practices that resonate with disciplinary norms. Ultimately, this comparative analysis fosters greater awareness of the complexities involved in research discussions, encouraging more effective and diverse cross-disciplinary research in the future.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Move Structures, Move Analysis, Academic Discourse, Research Discussions
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB5-3640 Theory and practice of education > LB1025-1050.75 Teaching (Principles and practice) P Language and Literature > P Philology. Linguistics > P1-1091 Philology. Linguistics > P101-410 Language. Linguistic theory. Comparative grammar > P302-302.87 Discourse analysis
Department:	CENTRE > Centre for the Promotion of Knowledge and Language Learning
Depositing User:	SITI AZIZAH BINTI IDRIS -
Date Deposited:	24 Feb 2025 11:09
Last Modified:	24 Feb 2025 11:09
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/42957

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