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    A study of the difference in language use in ideational, interpersonal, and textual meta functions between s1 and s4 students at Tororo mixed school in Tororo district, Eastern Uganda.
    (Busitema University, 2024) Nabwire, Ketty
    This study aims to explore the differences in the use of meta functions between Senior 1 (S1) and Senior 4 (S4) students at Tororo Mixed Secondary School. Meta functions, as defined by Michael Halliday in Systemic Functional Linguistics, encompass ideational, interpersonal, and textual functions that facilitate language as a tool for meaning-making. The research aims to identify how these functions are employed differently across the two academic levels, considering the linguistic and cognitive development stages of the students. A mixed-methods approach will be employed, combining quantitative analysis of written texts and qualitative interviews. Text samples will be collected from a random selection of S1 and S4 students, and these samples will be analyzed for their use of meta functions using Halliday’s framework. Additionally, semi-structured interviews shall be conducted to gain insights into the students ’understanding and intentionality in their use of language. The study's results may underscore the importance of targeted linguistic support at different educational stages. By understanding these differences, educators can better tailor their teaching strategies to address the specific needs of students at various levels, ultimately enhancing language proficiency and academic performance. This research contributes to the field of educational linguistics by providing empirical evidence of how language functions evolve with age and education. It also offers practical implications for curriculum development and instructional methodologies aimed at fostering advanced linguistic skills among secondary school students.