Application of Dudley-Evans & St. John Model in Malay Language: The Needs Analysis Phase

Abstract

Researchers need to look at the current needs to ensure the relevance and validity of a study. The present study applies a model proposed by Dudley-Evans and St. John (1998) to investigate the current needs in the field of Malay language education; aspects of reading skills, particularly, reading comprehension. In addition, the researchers also intend to examine the suitability of this model in working with information in the current situation so that the research to be conducted is rich in information. This study uses a qualitative approach that involves semi-structured interviews and document analysis. Semi-structured interviews involved seven field experts and 321 documents of non-native Malay speakers. The results of the thematic analysis using ATLAS.ti 22 software found that this model is very suitable for working on the current needs to be used as a guideline by any researcher in obtaining information related to the research. Application of the Dudley-Evans and St. John (1998) can assist researchers in planning and developing models or modules, products, instruments, and so on to suit current issues or needs in the world of education.