The Use of Metadiscourse in EAP Presentations by Native Italian Speakers

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Publication Date:
2005
Short description:
The Use of Metadiscourse in EAP Presentations by Native Italian Speakers / Alessi, G.M. - In: Dialogue within discourse communities / J. Bamford, M. Bondi. - STAMPA. - Tubingen : Niemeyer, 2005. - ISBN 9783484750289. - pp. 179-189
abstract:
This paper intends to explore one of the key-genres of academic discourse, i.e. research presentations. In particular, the study analyses the use of metadiscursive techniques on the part of Italian native speakers, by showing that this device contributes to a more effective organisation of information in delivering presentations.
Iris type:
Capitolo/Saggio
Keywords:
metadiscourse; EAP; Italian native speakers
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Handle:
https://iris.unimore.it/handle/11380/597872
Book title:
Dialogue within discourse communities