Research Methods in Applied Linguistics

• • 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

• Study resources

  • Instructional methods

    • Web links
    • Audio/Video conferencing
    • Online assignment submission
    • Discussion forum/Discussion Board

  • Online materials

    • Resources and Links

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%)