声明
摘要
Abstract
Contents
Chapter One Introduction
Chapter Two Literature Review
2.1 Introduction to Connectives
2.1.1 Definition of Connectiyes
2.1.2 Taxonomy of Connectives
2.1.3 Function of Connectives
2.2 Theoretical Foundation
2.2.1 Cohesion and Coherence
2.2.2 Error Analysis Theory
2.3 Relevant Studies on Connectives in English Writing in China and Abroad
2.3.1 Relevant Studies on Connectives in English Writing Abroad
2.3.2 Relevant Studies on Connectives in English Writing in China
Chapter Three Methodology
3.1 Research Questions
3.2 Research Objects
3.3 Research Method
3.3.1 Sample Analysis of Students’ Compositions
3.3.2 Semi-struetured Interview
3.4 Method of Data Collection and Analysis
3.4.1 Method of Data Collection
3.4.2 Method of Data Analysis
Chapter Four Results and Discussion
4.1.1 The Distribution of Connectives in Argumentative Compositions
4.1.2 The Distribution of Connectives in Practical Compositions
4.2 The Similarities and Differences in the Use of Connectives between High-level Group and Low-level Group
4.2.1 The Comparison in the Use of Connectives between High-level Group and Low-level Group in Argumentative Writing
4.2.2 The Comparison in the Use of Connectives between High-level Group and Low-level Group in Practical Writing
4.3 Problems in the Application of Connectives
4.3.1 The Absence of Connectives
4.3.2 Overuse of High-frequency Connectives
4.3.3 Misuse of Connectives
4.3.4 Unbalanced Use of Connectives
4.4 The Influencing Factors that Contribute to These Typical Problems
4.4.1 Interference of Chinese Thinking
4.4.2 Students’ Weak Discourse Awareness and Logical Thinking
4.4.3 Teacher’s Guidance to Connectives Knowledge is not Systematic and Comprehensive
4.4.4 Teachers Lack Attention and Evaluation to the Incorrect and Improper Use of Connectives
Chapter Five Conclusion
5.1 Summary of the Research Findings
5.2 Implications of the Research
5.3 Limitations of the Research
5.4 Direction for Further Research
Bibliography
Appendices
Acknowledgments
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