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September 10, 2025Journal of Languages and Language TeachingOpen Access

Toulmin Argument Patterns in Asian EFL Learners’ Essays: Gender and Topic-Based Comparison

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DIDwi Indarti

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Analysis reveals gender differences in argument quality among Asian EFL learners, indicating cultural influences on critical thinking skills.

Key Points

  • Indonesian female learners presented higher-quality arguments with comprehensive rebuttals, showing effective critical thinking.
  • Both genders in China exhibited balanced use of Toulmin Argument Patterns, reflecting structured education practices.
  • Familiar topics like ‘part-time job’ led to more complex arguments, while unfamiliar topics caused weaker argumentation.
  • Cultural factors and varied educational practices significantly impacted argumentative quality among Indonesian and Chinese learners.

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Dwi Indarti (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1c22d54b1d3bfb60ef853https://doi.org/10.33394/jollt.v13i3.14701
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