Move Analysis of Method section in Scopus Indexed Indonesian Applied Linguistics

Journal

Introduction

The field of Applied Linguistics encompasses a Introducing The Field

broad spectrum of research topics related to
language use, acquisition, and teaching.
Research articles within this field play a
pivotal role in disseminating new knowledge
and findings, making it essential to understand
the structure and content of these articles for
effective communication of research findings.
Specifically, the Method section provides a Introducing general/particular topic
detailed account of the research methodology Indicating Problems
employed in a study, ensuring transparency
and reproducibility. However, despite its
importance, there are challenges and gaps in
the existing literature, with a key challenge
being the lack of comprehensive studies
focusing on move-step structures and rhetorical
patterns in the Method section, especially in
specific academic contexts such as Indonesian
Applied Linguistics journals.
These move-step structures and rhetorical Indicating a Gap
patterns are crucial for identifying
commonalities and variations in presenting
research methodology, contributing to the
improvement of research writing pedagogy and
the quality of articles in the field.
Previous research has emphasized the Additional
significance of linguistic features in Method
sections, particularly in relation to
communicative functions. For instance, studies
have highlighted the use of specific linguistic
structures to explain procedures, justify data
collection, and present data analysis.
Understanding how these linguistic features
contribute to effective communication of
research methodology is essential for
developing teaching materials tailored to
students' needs.
Additionally, prior studies have identified Question-raising
patterns in the organization of Method chapters
in academic writing. Presences of introductory
and concluding texts, generic section headings,
and subheadings have been observed. These
findings suggest the need for a comprehensive
move analysis in the Method section of
Indonesian Applied Linguistics journals.
In summary, the field of Applied Linguistics Introducing present Research
faces challenges in understanding move-step
structures and rhetorical patterns in the Method
section. Addressing these challenges and
conducting a move analysis in Scopus indexed
Indonesian Applied Linguistics journals, this
study aims to provide valuable insights for
researchers, educators, and students.
The findings of this study can inform the Additional
development of effective research writing
courses and enhance the quality of research
articles in Indonesian Applied Linguistics
journals by detailing move-step structures and
rhetorical patterns in the Method section.

This study also aims to investigate the

communicative functions of Method sections,
exploring how these functions are realized
through lexical and syntactic choices.
Additionally, it seeks to identify common
patterns and variations in the organization of
Method sections in Indonesian Applied
Linguistics journals.

Furthermore, the study intends to examine

linguistic features in the Method sections,
specifically in explaining procedures,
justifying data collection, and presenting data
analysis. Analyzing these features will provide
insights into their contribution to effective
communication of research methodology,
informing the development of teaching
materials and courses aimed at improving
students' understanding of the association
between linguistic features and communicative
functions in the Method section.
Drawing inspiration from previous research, Summarizing Previous Research
particularly the works of Lim (2006) and
Pramoolsook (2009) in analyzing Method
sections of management research articles, the
current study aims to contribute further by
examining Scopus indexed Indonesian Applied
Linguistics journals. While Lim focused on
constituent steps and Pramoolsook emphasized
text division and consultation with specialists,
this study seeks to explore communicative
functions in this specific linguistic context,
providing a basis for tailored teaching
materials in the field of Applied Linguistics
(Lim, 2006; Pramoolsook, 2009).