Abstract
This study mainly explored the use of Discourse Markers (DMs) in journalistic writings and the factors that prompted the BSED English students of CVSC Maragusan to commit errors. This study employed the qualitative research. Ten (10) informants were part of the writing assessment and phone interview and were chosen through purposive sampling. For ethical considerations, this study underwent an ethics review before the data were gathered. Furthermore, to adhere to the Data Privacy Act, the identity of the respondents was held confidential. The Coding and thematic analysis were used in data analysis. The study's findings revealed that students have limited knowledge about DMs and their functions in basic writing. Additionally, the limited knowledge about DMs are the factors that prompted the respondents to commit errors in using the DMs in their journalistic writings. These findings imply that students should be taught more about the DMs, their types, and their proper usage in writing. With this, the incorporation of the DMs in the discussion should be given more attention, especially in writing class.
Highlights
Writing is one of the four macro skills that is an important tool for learning since it aids learners in various ways, including comprehension of views and ideas
Awareness of Discourse Markers (DMs) may greatly assist students in writing successfully. These discourse markers help to enhance the quality of writing and the readability of content
This case study employed a qualitative design of research using error analysis
Summary
Writing is one of the four macro skills that is an important tool for learning since it aids learners in various ways, including comprehension of views and ideas. It develops the capacity for explaining and refining ideas both to others and to oneself (Sadiku, 2015). Learning to write using the second language needs intentional and conscious teaching or direction for each linguistic aspect. Awareness of DMs may greatly assist students in writing successfully. These discourse markers help to enhance the quality of writing and the readability of content
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