英语专业学生写作中的词块使用发展情况研究的开题报告.docxVIP

英语专业学生写作中的词块使用发展情况研究的开题报告 Title: A Study of the Development of Collocational Usage in English Major Students Writing Introduction: Collocation is a crucial aspect of English language learning, especially in writing. Collocations are groups of words that commonly occur together as a set phrase and can be difficult to learn for non-native speakers. English major students often struggle with proper collocational usage in their writing, leading to poor communication and lower grades. This study aims to explore the development of collocational usage in English major students writing and identify factors that may contribute to the development of proficiency in this area. Methodology: This study will be conducted through a mixed-method research design, including surveys and writing samples. Participants will be recruited from a local universitys English major program through convenience sampling. A total of 100 students will be selected to participate in the study. They will be asked to complete a survey regarding their background, English proficiency level, and writing habits. Participants will also be asked to provide two writing samples, an essay in their first year of study and an essay in their final year of study. The writing samples will be analyzed for collocational usage, including the frequency and accuracy of collocations used. The data will be analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative methods to identify patterns and trends in collocational usage. The survey data will also be used to explore potential factors that may influence collocational proficiency, such as exposure to English media or language learning strategies. Expected Results: It is anticipated that the study will find a significant improvement in collocational usage between the first and final year of study. The analysis of the writing samples will also provide insights into specific collocations that students struggle with and potential factors that may contribute to the development of profi