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Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% online
Available loans
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Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 02 Mar 2020
- 31 Aug 2020
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Subject details
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- Introduction to Research and Ethical Considerations
- Research Methods: Quantitative, Qualitative, Mixed Methods
- Quality Criteria: Validity, Reliability and Trustworthiness
- Reporting on Research
- Quantitative Research Designs: Sampling, Correlational, Experimental, Quasi-experimental
- Quantitative Data Collection: Interaction-based, Cognitive Processing and Survey Research
- Quantitative Data Analysis: Descriptive and Inferential Statistics via SPSS
- Qualitative Research Designs: Ethnography, Case Study, Narrative Research
- Qualitative Data Collection: Purposeful Sampling, Interview and Observation
- Qualitative Data Analysis: Coding, Grounded Theory, Discourse Analysis
- Classroom-based Research: Action Research and Class Observation
- Mixed Methods Research
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Study resources
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Instructional methods
- Web links
- Audio/Video conferencing
- Online assignment submission
- Discussion forum/Discussion Board
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Online materials
- Resources and Links
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In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- CUR-APL-MAS-2020
Special requirements
- EquipmentDetails - Audio/Visual equipment
This subject explores the various research methods used within the field of Applied Linguistics. It examines quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods approaches and discusses the application of data collection and analysis techniques for conducting a research study.
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- Analysis Exercise (40%)
- Report (60%)
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