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Abstract (150-300 words) 要旨 (300-500字)
Multiple-clause sentences are often recognized as essential for expressing academic reasoning, yet prior research has analyzed clause complexity using either a structural lens or a functional lens. Consequently, few studies have integrated both perspectives. Additionally, research has rarely examined students’ experiences when composing multiple-clause sentences. To address these research problems, this study combined theories by Quirk et al. (1985) and Halliday and Matthiessen (2004) to (1) investigate the frequency and types of multiple-clause sentences produced by first-year English majors in argumentative writing and (2) explore their experiences regarding their use. Using a qualitative-dominant mixed-methods design (N = 10), data were triangulated from essays, written reflections, and semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed in two stages: essays were dual-coded structurally and functionally with frequency statistics, while reflections and interviews were thematically analyzed. Findings revealed that complex sentences predominated for causal reasoning, while compound–complex forms were rare. Ideational meanings dominated clause use; interpersonal stance was limited and textual organization least frequent. Students reported a professionalism paradox, simplifying their use of multiple-clause sentences due to anxiety and cognitive overload. The study offers both theoretical and practical implications for scaffolding English majors with multiple-clause sentences in academic writing.
Keywords: Academic writing, First-year English majors, Multiple-clause sentences, Structural–functional analysis
Presenter bio(s) 40-50 words each 略歴(全員) 各60-80字
Authors:
Tran Bao Tran is an undergraduate English Language student at Ho Chi Minh City Open University, Vietnam. She began her academic research journey in her first year of university. Her research interests focus on applied linguistics, academic writing, and language learning in higher education contexts, with particular attention to students’ language use and academic development.
Mail: 2457012341tran@ou.edu.vn
Phan Le Ha Vy is an undergraduate English Language student at Ho Chi Minh City Open University, Vietnam. Currently in her final year, she is dedicated to exploring the intersection of professional communication and applied linguistics. Her research interests focus on language use in corporate environments, academic writing, and the development of English proficiency in higher education.
Mail: 2257010146vy@ou.edu.vn
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