Pragmatic Concept Research Articles

The policy transaction perspective: A pragmatist‐constructivist approach to the policy process

AbstractThe aim of this paper is to advance a pragmatist‐constructivist perspective on the policy process. Building on the pragmatist concept of “transaction,” this perspective suggests that we can further illuminate the policy process by moving towards a more relational analysis that focuses on the emergent co‐construction of actors and issues. It stresses that policy processes are always a form of valuation where values are discovered and invented and through which interests are staked out and identities are forged. The article conceptualizes the policy process as an assemblage of intervening policy situations where policy valuation, problematization, and policy formulation take place and where collective action and problems/solutions are built and tested. The Policy Transaction perspective ultimately opens our eyes to how policy processes form and define the relationship between state and society.

Principled pragmatism: A Latin American contribution for foreign policy analysis?

The key purpose of this paper is to identify key Latin American theories proposed to study foreign policy. The essay points out that Latin America has made a significant contribution to foreign policy analysis. The most important conceptual contribution in the field is the concept of principled pragmatism. A crucial premise is that Latin American nations resort to this type of policy to come to agreement with the United States, address domestic issues, advance national interests, and cope with economic problems. The paper is divided into four sections. The first describes key analytical models and theoretical approaches created to explain foreign policy. The second identifies the Latin American thought on this subject. The third section explains the concept of principled pragmatism. This approach stems from the models and theories explained in the second section and from the Latin American thinking described in the third section. The last segment explains the case study of Cuban foreign policy in the early 1960s using the notion of principled pragmatism.

ТЕКСТТИН ПРАГМАТИКАСЫНЫН АЙРЫМ МАСЕЛЕЛЕРИ

The article is devoted to some general questions concerning the concept of text pragmatics. The necessity of studying not only the semantics and internal structure of the text, but also its pragmatics as an indicator of the fulfillment of the ultimate goal of communication is indicated. There is no doubt that in modern linguistics, the tendency to study language, all linguistic phenomena, and the functioning of language within the framework of an anthropocentric paradigm is relevant. Because the essence, the nature of language as a socio-social phenomenon, is primarily determined by man, by human society, who created and uses language. The specificity of language as a global phenomenon, its functioning as a means of communication between people, is primarily realized through text. The text, as a special unit with semantic, structural, and communicative specificity, also has pragmatic specificity. The pragmatics of the text is determined by the relationship between the text and the addressee. Such relationships are sometimes contradictory. In this regard, the article attempts to reveal the essence and features of the pragmatics of the text.

Tindak Tutur Ilokusi Dalam Cuitan Twitter Cawapres Gibran Rakabuming Raka Dalam Masa Kampanye Kontestasi Pilpres 2024

This article discusses the use of language in communication, specifically focusing on the concept of pragmatics and expanding it to understanding the meaning behind words. This highlights the importance of considering the context in which language is used, as well as the intention of the speaker, to fully understand the message conveyed. This article aims to describe illocutionary speech acts in tweets on the Twitter account of vice presidential candidate Gibran Rakabuming Raka during the 2024 presidential election contestation campaign. This research is a type of qualitative descriptive research, with data in the form of tweets. This research shows the existence of illocutionary speech acts in several tweets on the Twitter account @gibran_tweet. The data collection technique in this research uses the note-taking technique. The research results found that there were 26 illocutionary speech acts with details of 7 assertive speech acts, 5 directive speech acts, 4 expressive speech acts, 6 commissive speech acts, and 4 expressive speech acts. The benefits of this research can be used as a reference for further relevant research.

Functional and pragmatic concept of the text

Мақалада мәтін прагматикасы, тілдік қарым-қатынастағы коммуниканттардың аялық білімі мәселелері қарастырылады. Көркем мәтінді интерпретациялаудағы қиындық мәтіннің астарлы ақпаратының болуымен туындайды. Қандай мәтін болмасын, оның қатысымдық-когнитивтік, функционалдық бүтіндік ретіндегі негізгі міндеті ‒ хабар беру, хабар алмасу; пікір алысуды жүзеге асырып, сол арқылы хабар алушыға (адресат) әсер етіп, оның жауап-қайтарымын (реакциясын) туғызу. Бұл ‒ мәтін прагматикасының нысаны. Зерттеу жұмысының мақсаты ‒ мәтіннің функционалды прагматикалық мүмкіншілігін анықтау әрі автордың көркем мәтінде кейіпкерлердің аялық білімін таныту арқылы образды, кейіпкер тілін ашу мәселелерін қарастыру. Зерттеу материалы ретінде қазақ жазушысы Ә.Кекілбаев пен қырғыз жазушысы Ш.Айтматовтың көркем шығармалары алынды. Тілдік қарым-қатынастың сәтті немесе сәтсіз шығуына коммуниканттардың әлеуметтік-стереотиптік ерекшеліктері, коммуниканттардың аялық білімі, коммуниканттардың құзыретіндегі жақындық, я болмаса алшақтық, коммуниканттардың жыныс, жас, тұлғалық ерекшеліктеріне байланысты жайттарды ескеру-ескермеуі әсер етеді. Тілдік коммуникация үдерісінің басты ерекшелігі ‒ сөйлеуші мен тыңдаушының өзара бір-бірін түсінісуі, ақпаратты дұрыс қабылдап, оны бағалауы. Ал өзара түсінісу болмаса, коммуникация өз мәнін, мағынасын жоғалтады, әрі сәтсіз аяқталады. Осы орайда, мәтінді қабылдауда сөйлеуші мен тыңдаушының аялық білімі аса маңызды деген қорытындыға келдік.

INTERPRETATION OF THE CONCEPT OF PRAGMATICS IN MODERN FOREIGN AND NATIONAL STUDIES

This article emphasisez on pragmatics in modern and traditional studies as well as given several notions concerning interpretation of the concept of pragmatics from prominent linguists who contributed in this sphere.

Cowboy as a Symbol of Individualism: A Pragmatic Analysis of Red Dead Redemption 2

As cultures are mainly divided into collectivistic and individualistic, members tend to emphasize, through communication, either their position as part of their group or their independence from the group. This emphasis is manifested in using the pragmatic concepts of positive politeness and negative politeness. The present study looks into the reflection of these two cultures in Rockstar’s renowned video game, Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018). It aims at identifying the two cultures as present in the game and showing their significance to its narrative. It fills the gap in the studies of language used within video games as well as its cultural reflections. The study addresses the following question: What are the positive and negative politeness strategies used in Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018), and what are the implications of using these strategies in its narrative? By adopting Brown and Levinson’s (1987) politeness theory, the researcher analyzed the positive and negative politeness used in the scripted dialogue of the in-game cutscenes through the mixed methods approach. The researcher hypothesized that the protagonist shows adherence to a collectivistic culture using positive politeness, and he begins transitioning towards an individualistic culture using negative politeness. The results showed that 75% of the protagonist’s interactions contained positive politeness while only 25% contained negative politeness. This transition explains the protagonist’s loss of trust and loyalty to his group as he begins to witness the futility of maintaining such loyalty. It also supports the overall narrative of the game as well as its cultural foundations.

Hasan al-Turabi's Pragmatic Approach to Establishing an Islamic State in Sudan

This research examines the pragmatic approach of Hasan al-Turabi, a key figure in the Sudanese Islamic movement, in fighting for an Islamic state. Using qualitative analysis that combines the concepts of pragmatism and social movement theory, this study reveals al Turabi's strategy in translating Islamic ideals into political action, including building alliances with various religious factions and exploiting revolutionary momentum. Findings demonstrate al-Turabi's success in advancing Islamization and shaping Sudan's socio-political landscape but also faced challenges in the consistent implementation of Sharia and protection of the rights of marginalized groups. Comparisons with Islamist figures such as Rached Ghannouchi and Recep Tayyip Erdogan highlight the particularities of the Sudanese context and variations in the strategies and outcomes of political Islamist movements. This study deepens our understanding of the complex dynamics between political pragmatism and religious idealism in Muslim countries, with important implications for inclusive governance. Through a critical exploration of al-Turabi's legacy, this research contributes to discussions about the future of Islamic politics that accommodates diversity and protects the rights of marginalized groups.

Mental Illness - An Illness to Well-Being Towards Children: Reference to socio-political violence in literature

This research paper explores the adverse impact of socio-political turmoil that has long been in existence in Assam society on the psyche of children with reference to Aruni Kashyap's The House with a Thousand Stories. This research aims to identify and understand the various psychological issues that children are subject to in a society when it is afflicted with socio-political turmoil and its consequent violence unleashed on people due to the armed struggle of the ULFA and the repressive administration of the state. The objectives of this research are (i) to study the characterization of Mamoni and Mridul, (ii) to understand and analyse the impact of socio-political turmoil on the psyche of children with reference to the above-chosen characters, (iii) to explore the connectivity between the narrative and the author’s political inclination in the novel, and (iv) to understand how objectively the historical incidents were reflected in the novel. The research is carried out by studying the chosen primary source against the pragmatic concepts of psychologists, journalists, social activists, and significant historical facts that appeared in reliable data sources such as journals, web studies, newspapers, and other publications. In conclusion, this research sheds light on the profound psychological repercussions experienced by children in Assam society amidst socio-political turmoil, as exemplified in Aruni Kashyap's "The House with a Thousand Stories." By delving into the characters of Mamoni and Mridul, analyzing the intricate interplay between narrative and political inclinations, and objectively examining historical incidents reflected in the novel, this study not only enhances our comprehension of the multifaceted impact on the psyche of children but also contributes valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and communities striving to address and mitigate the enduring consequences of such tumultuous environments on the younger generation.

The Directive Strategy in the Dialogues of Murthad Al-Khair, Subay' bin Al-Harith, and Maytham bin Muthoub (A Pragmatic Approach)

The directive strategy is considered one of the most important types of strategies that a text producer adopts in order to achieve their communicative, influential, and utilitarian objectives. This research attempts to reveal the linguistic means in the directive strategy in one of the pre-Islamic era’s anthologies in a dialogical form composed of a series of speeches, with the main focus being the discourse of Murthad Al-Khair. This dialogical form belongs to the most eloquent eras of the Arabic language, prompting the researcher to use it as a practical field for study. The study is organized into two sections: the first includes the concept of pragmatics and the importance of the pragmatic approach in studying texts, then defining the limit of strategy, and the directive strategy, followed by explaining the justifications for the directive strategy. The second section is dedicated to the applied study.

Metonymy, the Origins of Expression and the Trends of Contrast

This paper is concerned with metonymy in the rhetorical works of the ancient Arabs, and what is meant by it according to the context of pronunciation and reception with the stylistic and pragmatic concepts, and inferring them from imagination, methodology, and indication, linking that to time, reality and pattern of thinking; however, the problem that we raise in this research is the extent to which today's generations are able to understand this books, and is it something that benefits the learners and matches their era, or is it for them a burden that they have no ability to understand or interpret? A problem that we address from two dimensions: the first is cognitive and referential, the second is methodological in the relationship of transmission with the mind, and codification with thinking and management; difficulties in learning and teaching did not go beyond the circle of speakers of their own language, so how about speakers of another language? We have limited our discussion of the issue to its first level, and we wanted to explain part of it in two aspects: the first is educational related to curricula and methods of approximating knowledge, the second is social and psychological that makes language a tool and not an end, but at the same time it does not negate its originality and specificity.

Speech Impact in Political Discourse

Abstract: Modern works devoted to the study of political discourse are often based on the concepts of pragmatics. Pragmatics is often considered as a separate field within the framework of discursive research. The pragmatic approach involves the analysis of speech utterances as actions designed to have a certain impact on the addressee.

Study on the Contribution of Pragmatics to the Development of Communicative Competence from the Perspective of Applied Linguistics

This article explores the contribution of pragmatics in the cultivation of communicative competence from the perspective of applied linguistics. Firstly, the development and definitions of applied linguistics and pragmatics were reviewed, and the theoretical system and core concepts of pragmatics were elaborated. Furthermore, the role of pragmatics in cultivating communicative competence was analyzed, including the cultivation of pragmatic awareness, learning of pragmatic knowledge, application of pragmatic strategies, enhancement of pragmatic competence, enhancement of language appropriateness, and cultivation of cross-cultural communicative competence. On this basis, the application of pragmatics in teaching practice was explored, such as the principles and methods of pragmatic teaching, the development and selection of pragmatic textbooks, and the design and implementation of pragmatic assessment. Finally, the challenges and coping strategies faced in cultivating communicative competence were analyzed. This article aims to provide theoretical guidance and practical reference for the cultivation of communicative competence in the field of foreign language education in China.

Pragmatism: An Essential Philosophy for Mixed Methods Research in Education

Pragmatism stands out as an innovative philosophy guiding actions to address nagging social situations. This is a belief and stance that falls within the positivist and constructivist continuum and adopts practical strategies to mitigate dysfunctional circumstances in human livelihood. This desktop study is a focused discussion of epistemological, ontological and methodological foundations of pragmatism. The study interrogates the concept of pragmatism and its connection to notions of knowledge, meaning, and truth. As a research paradigm, pragmatism views knowledge as an objective reality that exists in the world but that such reality can only be realized through human experience. The philosophical basis of pragmatism is also discussed in the study, which considers human experience to be central in informing actions that are key in addressing challenges in a systematic manner. Furthermore, the methodological challenges of pragmatism and a critical review of pragmatism, are provided in an endeavour to optimize the use of pragmatism in educational research.

Justification for the Pragmatic Conception of Truth in Scientific Pursuit of Knowledge

Justification for the Pragmatic Conception of Truth in Scientific Pursuit of Knowledge

Cognitive-pragmatic approach in professional linguistic education

Introduction. This article concentrates on the concept of implementing the cognitive-pragmatic approach into professional linguistic education. For this reason, the author conducts a comparative analysis of pedagogical approaches applied to teaching a foreign language in higher education, highlights key concepts and describes the crucial theoretical and methodological positions, taking into account the educational environment and future professional activity. The purpose of the study is to identify the potential for introducing the cognitive-pragmatic approach into professional linguistic education when teaching foreign languages with the aim of developing discourse competence as the ability and readiness to perceive and create meanings in professional activity.Materials and Methods. The theoretical basis of the study involves philosophical, linguistic, psychological, cognitive, pedagogical, pragmatic concepts that reveal the essence of the cognitive-pragmatic approach in professional linguistic education. The article uses methods of comparative analysis of theoretical and methodological literature on this scientific issue. These methods enable to determine the main positions of the cognitive-pragmatic approach which are to be taken into account for elaborating further methodological recommendations.Results. As a result of scientific understanding and systematization, the article presents the main positions for the implementation of the cognitive-pragmatic approach in professional linguistic education. As a result of comparative analysis, the similarities and differences of such pedagogical approaches as cognitive, pragmatic, sociopragmatic, communicative, reflexive, and functional ones have been studied to substantiate the advantages of the cognitive-pragmatic approach in teaching foreign languages in higher education. Potential areas for improving the process of professional education of language students as well as teaching methods and techniques have been defined for further investigation.Discussion and Conclusions. In the conclusion, the author emphasizes the importance and effectiveness of the implementation of the cognitive-pragmatic approach in professional linguistic education. The results of this study present theoretical and practical interest for researchers regarding the problem of developing linguistic and professional skills of language students.

TRUST GLUES THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ETHICAL LEADERSHIP OF HEADS AND UNIVERSITY TEACHERS’ MORAL COMPETENCE

Ethical leadership is a pragmatic concept that needs to be explored extensively in today's workplace. Ethical leaders show moral behavior and try to build an ethical and trusted environment in the organizations. This study was planned to determine the relationship between the ethical leadership of heads as perceived by the teachers in universities of the Punjab, trust, and moral competency of the teachers. Specifically, trust as a mediator was examined to know its effect on the association of perceived ethical leadership of heads with employees’ moral competence. The sample of this study was five public sector universities of Punjab. Data were collected from 230 teachers through a questionnaire from different departments of social sciences and sciences faculties. Pearson correlation was applied to find out the relationship among variables, and Process MACRO was used to measure the mediating effect of trust in the relationship between the variables. Results revealed that leaders' ethical behavior was positively related to teachers' trust but not to their moral competence. Ethical leadership of heads was significantly associated with employees' moral competence when mediated by their trust in heads. It was suggested that leaders should articulate a clear vision, explain how to reach it and express trust and confidence in their followers, emphasizing values, especially fairness and justice, to make themselves trustworthy.

Revisiting Jessup and the imperial origins of transnational law

AbstractPhilip Jessup’s 1956 Storrs Lectures, Transnational Law, developed a case for theorizing law beyond the state which continues to shape understandings of transnational law. Yet while transnational law has assumed increasing importance with globalization, it remains beset by conceptual difficulties. This article suggests that such difficulties are at least partly attributable to misreadings of Transnational Law primarily as proposing a more pragmatic concept to drive law’s progression. Contextualizing the Lectures within Jessup’s involvement in the US’s postwar worldmaking project and the contrasting project pursued by Third World states, and through close textual study, it contends that Transnational Law is better understood as geared to undermining the legal foundations of key efforts to counter Western dominance. It further shows how this reading can aid in clarifying misunderstandings of Jessup’s Lectures that still inform transnational law scholarship and in considering how law’s capacity to sustain inequality and exploitation may be challenged.

The Prospects of the G20’s Support of Liberalism: International Order and the Sustainable Development Goals

ABSTRACT This article examines the question of whether the G20 can support liberal notions of international order. It contends that the contribution of the G20 to promote order has not been fully considered and that there are significant difficulties but some limited possibilities whereby the G20 can support liberal aspirations related to international order. It is the case that the G20 offers prospects for a broader and more pragmatic conception of order to promote the stability of globalisation. This pragmatic possibility has always been present in the G20’s informal association of developed states and rising states which has had a flexible agenda that attempts to address both the economic and social aspects of globalisation. This article argues that the recent engagement by the G20 with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) points to a possible impetus for a post-liberal foundation of a pragmatic order able to manage a multifaceted understanding of globalisation.

Audience design and pragmatic conceptions of moves and upvotes during advice-giving on Reddit

Turning to the internet to seek and give advice has become increasingly widespread. One of the most popular online sites where advice interactions routinely occur is Reddit. As a public-oriented site, it is important to understand advice interactions on Reddit not only from a descriptive perspective, but also how other audiences might perceive or interact with the advice, which may be evidenced by the platform's mediated features (e.g. Reddit's upvote system). Thus, this project investigates Reddit advice-giving and its relationship with Reddit's upvote system, and how the suitability of the advice might be perceived, and evidenced, on the platform.I adopt move analysis (c.f. Swales, 1981, 1990) to explore the types of moves used in Reddit advice-giving. I also extend the theoretical conception of the move onto Spencer-Oatey and Kádár's (2021) pragmatic notion of the interactional goal, in addition to exploring the association between moves and upvotes using Poisson regression modeling.My results provide a granular and empirical understanding of both the association between upvotes and moves, along with how different advice-giving moves affect our perceptions of advice. I also advance our understanding of Reddit as a site for computer-mediated communication and our understanding of advice as an interactional process.