A Discourse Analysis of Interactional Patterns in Sara Duterte's Speeches: MATATAG Curriculum In Focus

Sarah Marquez Clordearta; Joana Rhien Austria Gualberto; Patricia Isabel Baluso Soso; Enric Jun Lofranco Gaas; Jaymar Esperanza De Vera; Christian Angelo Devilleres Amo; Karl Patrick Bano Amper

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.65296

A Discourse Analysis of Interactional Patterns in Sara Duterte's Speeches: MATATAG Curriculum In Focus

Author(s)	Ms. Sarah Marquez Clordearta, Ms. Joana Rhien Austria Gualberto, Ms. Patricia Isabel Baluso Soso, Mr. Enric Jun Lofranco Gaas, Mr. Jaymar Esperanza De Vera, Mr. Christian Angelo Devilleres Amo, Dr. Karl Patrick Bano Amper
Country	Philippines
Abstract	This study conducts a discourse analysis of six speeches delivered by Vice President Sara Duterte concerning the MATATAG Curriculum, using AntConc software to examine lexical categories, specifically verbs, adverbs, and adjectives, along with their frequency patterns. Grounded in Goffman’s Politeness Theory, the research identifies the politeness strategies employed, including positive politeness, negative politeness, bald-on-record, and off-record strategies, to reveal how linguistic choices shape the public’s perception of educational reforms. The findings show that Duterte’s speeches strategically use language to emphasize urgency, inclusivity, and alignment with both national identity and international standards. Frequent verbs highlight foundational learning and reform initiatives, adverbs stress consistent and timely policy implementation, and adjectives underscore themes of inclusivity and regional cooperation. The analysis uncovers a balanced deployment of politeness strategies: positive politeness, negative politeness, bald-on-record politeness, and off-record politeness, that maintain rapport, assert authority, and engage diverse stakeholders effectively. This study fills a methodological gap, with this research utilizing AntConc software to analyze the linguistic elements and their frequency in Duterte’s speeches revealing her politeness strategies and the underlying ideologies reflected in the corpus. The implications extend to students, educators, political pundits, and future researchers, offering insights into effective communication in discourse and fostering critical engagement with political speech, as well as with the use of Antconc. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of how politeness strategies, and lexical selection in political speeches can influence educational policy acceptance and public trust.
Keywords	Discourse analysis, MATATAG Curriculum, Politeness Theory, AntConc Software
Field	Sociology > Linguistic / Literature
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-01-12
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i01.65296

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