International Journal of New Trends in Social Sciences

A narrative discourse analysis of soldier’s home by Ernest Hemingway: A micro and macro-structural narrative analysis

Muhammad Hammad Hussain Shah — 2024-05-25

This article employs narrative discourse analysis to analyze Ernest Hemingway’s Soldier’s Home by using two narrative analysis frameworks that focus on the Macrostructure and Microstructure aspects of the story. The study aims to unveil the intricate structural and linguistic choices contributing to the meaning and impact of “Soldier’s Home” and the simple writing approach that Hemmingway utilized to write this story. This analysis has been chosen to explain and understand that stories are not merely a sequence of events but mirrors reflecting the intricacies of our psyche, inviting us to confront our fears, desires, and the enigmatic depths of human nature, and how lexical resources are deployed to express them. The analysis covers the story’s generic structure using Paltridge’s model of schematic structure, thematic nuances, psychoanalysis, and lexico-grammatical cohesion. Findings show that the writer follows a series of structural moves and uses a variety of narrative strategies such as a high level of involvement and a wide range of lexical and grammatical cohesive ties, which contribute to the creation of a well-formed text that has effectively achieved its purpose and made its intended effect.

Keywords: Macrostructure; microstructure; narrative strategies; soldier’s home; storytelling.

Exploring Algerian business English learners’ needs in the private sector

Nawal Mebitil — 2024-05-25

This paper explores the needs of Algerian Business English learners in the private sector. Data were collected through a questionnaire administered to twenty Business English learners enrolled at an Algerian private school and semi-structured interviews with language teachers. Results revealed that learners need to enhance their communication skills in their target setting and acquire terminology specific to their specialties to facilitate interaction. Additionally, informants expressed a desire for more practical and industry-specific content in their Business English courses, emphasizing the need for opportunities to practice speaking and negotiation skills, which are crucial for effective communication in the private sector. Overall, the findings suggest that tailoring Business English courses to meet the specific needs of Algerian learners in the private sector would positively impact their professional development.

Keywords: Business English; ESP; expectations; learners; needs analysis; private sector.

The essence of motivation in learning English as a foreign or second language

Nadia Hamimed — 2024-05-25

This research paper investigates recent studies on the role of motivation in second or foreign language acquisition. Motivation is identified as a critical determinant of success or failure in complex tasks. The paper offers academic definitions of motivation, categorizes different types of motivation, and revisits prior research on its significance in language learning. It also outlines the essential requirements and key aspects of motivation. The literature review underscores the pivotal role of motivation in learning English as a second or foreign language, revealing that motivation significantly enhances language learning outcomes. The findings emphasize that fostering motivation is essential for achieving effective and successful language acquisition. This comprehensive examination provides valuable insights into how motivation can be leveraged to improve language learning processes and outcomes.

Keywords: English as a foreign language; impact; motivation; second language.