Argumentation in Pragmatics (2014–2024): A Linguistic Perspective on Themes and Impact

Authors

  • Munisa Tursunova

    Department of Teaching Theory and Methodology, National Research University, Tashkent 100174, Uzbekistan
  • Nodira Kushiyeva

    Department of Functional Lexicon of English language, Uzbekistan State World Languages University, Tashkent 100138, Uzbekistan
  • Dildora Usarova

    Department of Foreign Languages, Tashkent State University of Law, Tashkent 100047, Uzbekistan
  • Dilfuza Tursunova

    English Language Department, Kimyo International University, Tashkent 100121, Uzbekistan

    Centre for Education and Sustainable Development Strategies, INTI International University, Nilai 71800, Malaysia
  • Kurbonova Gulsara

    Department of French Philology, National University of Uzbekistan named after Mirzo Ulugbek, Tashkent 100174, Uzbekistan
  • Oybek Axmedov

    Department of English Teaching Methodology 2, Uzbekistan State World Languages University, Tashkent 100170, Uzbekistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i11.11327
Received: 28 July 2025 | Revised: 15 August 2025 | Accepted: 26 August 2025 | Published Online: 20 October 2025

Abstract

The evaluation of research is of considerable importance in identifying the evolution and the potential direction of subsequent research. We conducted a bibliometric analysis of 262 studies published between 2014 and 2024, accessed through the Web of Science database. A visual representation of our performance analysis was generated using the VOS viewer program, and a scientific map was developed to illustrate the relationships between the bibliometric data elements. This study examined research trends in argumentation in pragmatics, focusing on the leading journals, keywords, and highly cited publications. The study aimed to provide a consolidated understanding of existing pedagogical research on teaching argumentation, including publications that have shaped the field. In particular, the study would draw attention to the key contributors and most significant identified works to influence future research and add to the development of effective pedagogical approaches to argumentation literacy. These findings would make a valuable contribution to educators and researchers interested in research studies and help advance the specialized knowledge of language instruction, and become more inclusive with research to contribute to advancing knowledge. It remains important for educators and researchers to try to disseminate the findings from their research and reach out to colleagues from across institutions and countries to ensure that their findings reach a larger audience. The bibliometric review has provided two pedagogical categories that are most effective in teaching argumentation: task-based argumentation pedagogy and AI technology-enhanced teaching. The review introduces the TAP-5 taxonomy of methodological strands and PACER, a five-stage integrative cycle, as its theoretical contribution to facilitating the organization and further development of research on teaching argumentation in pragmatics. These findings would add value and conclusions for educators and researchers interested in exploring the teaching of argumentation in other parts of the world.

Keywords:

Bibliometric Analysis; Pragmatics; Pragmatic Competence; Argumentation; Discourse Analysis; English as a Foreign Language (EFL)

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Tursunova, M., Kushiyeva, N., Usarova, D., Tursunova, D., Gulsara, K., & Axmedov, O. (2025). Argumentation in Pragmatics (2014–2024): A Linguistic Perspective on Themes and Impact. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(11), 272–291. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i11.11327

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