Part 1A Study on English Discourse Markers1
Abstract1
Chapter 1Introduction4
Chapter 2Theoretical Basis14
Chapter 3The Textual Function of Discourse Markers Under
the Framework of Relevance Theory26
Chapter 4Application in Teaching EFL Speaking56
Chapter 5Conclusion77
References81
Part 2Investigating the Features of Teacher Talk in the Chinese
EFL Context87
Abstract89
Chapter 1Introduction91
Chapter 2Review of Literature99
Chapter 3Research Methodology115
Chapter 4Presentation of Findings124
Chapter 5Discussion143
Chapter 6Conclusion155
References158
Appendix ⅠConsent Form for the Students or Their Parents/
Guardians163
Appendix ⅡTranscription Conventions165
Appendix ⅢTranscription of Video?Recordings167
Appendix ⅣTranscription of Teachers? Interviews181
List of Abbreviations186
