METADISCOURSE AS A LINGUISTIC PHENOMENON IN EFL ACADEMIC WRITING

The present study explores metadiscourse as a crucial linguistic phenomenon in academic writing for EFL learners. The main focus of the research includes the theoretical foundations, objectives, and classifications of metadiscourse markers in scholarly communication. Particular attention is given to Hyland's interpersonal model of metadiscourse, which differentiates between interactive and interactional resources. This article discusses the role of metadiscourse in organizing discourse, guiding