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Postgraduate CUR-EDML550-2021

Research Methods in Applied Linguistics

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$4,105 $4,355

Your upfront cost: $0

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Duration

13 weeks

Study method

100% online

Available loans

  • FEE-HELP

Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

  • 01 Mar 2021
  • 30 Aug 2021
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QS RANKING 2021

13

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

13

  • 2021

Subject details

What you'll learn

At the completion of this subject students will be able to:

  1. explain the various research methods in quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods designs
  2. examine studies using various research methods to critically evaluate the research quality
  3. assess the data collection and analysis techniques in relation to each research method
  4. incorporate appropriate methods and techniques into a research area of interest
  5. demonstrate an understanding of plagiarism, paraphrasing and the principles of Academic Integrity.
Topics covered
    • 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
Entry requirements

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core
  • CUR-APL-MAS-2021

Special requirements

  • EquipmentDetails - Audio/Visual equipment
Description

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.

Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.

Find out more about the Academic Integrity module.

Assessments

  • Analysis Exercise (40%)
  • Report (60%)
Textbooks

Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.

Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.

Related degrees

Postgraduate CUR-APL-MAS-2021

Master of Arts Applied Linguistics

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