The best thesis introduction

The best thesis introduction

by HUF04 PHẠM THỊ THANH KIỀU -

Among four given examples, I chose the one of Dinh Tran Thuy Lieu

1. What makes this introduction effective?

  • Clear and logical structure moving from a general context...

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Among four given examples, I chose the one of Dinh Tran Thuy Lieu

1. What makes this introduction effective?

  • Clear and logical structure moving from a general context to a specific research focus

  • Strong background discussion on technology, MALL, and language teaching trends

  • Clear emphasis on listening skills and their importance in EFL learning

  • Context-based relevance, linking theory to the Vietnamese educational setting

  • Clearly stated research aim, making the purpose of the study easy to understand


2. How are the background, problem statement, research questions, and significance presented?

  • Background

    • Presented using a funnel approach (global trends → local context → specific skill).

  • Problem statement

    • Clearly identifies a research gap, showing limited studies on interactive video and listening skills for non-English major students.

  • Research questions

    • Explicit and focused, directly aligned with the research aims.

    • Address both learning outcomes and students’ perceptions.

  • Significance

    • Highlights practical and academic contributions to teachers, learners, and future research, especially in Vietnam.


3. What will you borrow or adapt from this introduction for your own thesis?

  • Overall structure of the introduction

  • Funnel approach to narrow down the research focus

  • Clear identification of a research gap

  • Strong connection between theory and teaching practice

  • Clear statement of significance and contribution

The best thesis introduction

by HUF04 Nguyễn Thị Thúy Ngân -
Hi Thanh Kieu,
Thank you for your clear and concise analysis. I really appreciate how you summarized the key points of the introduction in a brief but comprehensive way. ...

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Hi Thanh Kieu,
Thank you for your clear and concise analysis. I really appreciate how you summarized the key points of the introduction in a brief but comprehensive way. Your summary relatively conveys the main focuses of the study, and the overall of the summarise is easy to comprehend. I find this very helpful, and I’d love to learn more to improve my skills.