An effective Use of Text features in improving writing quality A case study of M.A English language students, college of languages, Sudan University of Science and Technology

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate M.A Students of English language in using discourse knowledge and use of discourse features and its role in improving writing quality by examining (30) M.A Students to know to what extend those students are aware of using discourse features hence , ideational , interpersonal and textual .A descriptive analytical method was used in the study .Data were collected through diagnostic test for M.A students and was analyzed through semantic analysis , in addition to questionnaire for experts of English language from different Sudanese universities .The findings have showed that M.A students are weak in linguistic knowledge exhibit in their writing production . It’s recommend that M.A Students should strive to understand various features of texts are the best ways for students to use discourse and genres styles.