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Doing Research in Applied Linguistics: Realities, dilemmas, and
solutions provides insight and guidance for those undertaking
research, and shows the reader how to deal with the challenges of
this research involving real people in real settings. Featuring
over twenty chapters by experienced and up-and-coming researchers
from around the world, this book: outlines the steps involved in
solving the problem and completing a successful, and publishable,
project; provides case studies of obstacles faced at each stage of
research, from preliminary planning to report writing; addresses
issues of validity and reliability during data collection and
analysis; discusses ethical issues in research dealing with
vulnerable groups including children, refugees, and students;
includes examples from longitudinal studies, and both qualitative
and quantitative research. Doing Research in Applied Linguistics is
essential reading for students studying research methods, or for
those embarking on their first research project in applied
linguistics or language education.
The Routledge Handbook of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
provides a critical survey of the methodological concepts, designs,
instruments and types of analysis that are used within the broad
field of applied linguistics. With more than 40 chapters written by
leading and emerging scholars, this book problematizes and
theorizes applied linguistics research, incorporating numerous
multifaceted methodological considerations and pointing to the
future of good practice in research. Topics covered include: key
concepts and constructs in research methodology, such as sampling
strategies and mixed methods research; research designs such as
experimental research, case study research, and action research;
data collection methods, from questionnaires and interviews to
think-aloud protocols and data elicitation tasks; data analysis
methods, such as use of R, inferential statistical analysis, and
qualitative content analysis; current considerations in applied
linguistics research, such as a need for transparency and greater
incorporation of multilingualism in research; and recent
innovations in research methods related to multimodality,
eye-tracking, and advances in quantitative methods. The Routledge
Handbook of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics is key reading
for both experienced and novice researchers in Applied Linguistics
as well as anyone undertaking study in this area.
Doing Research in Applied Linguistics: Realities, dilemmas, and
solutions provides insight and guidance for those undertaking
research, and shows the reader how to deal with the challenges of
this research involving real people in real settings. Featuring
over twenty chapters by experienced and up-and-coming researchers
from around the world, this book: outlines the steps involved in
solving the problem and completing a successful, and publishable,
project; provides case studies of obstacles faced at each stage of
research, from preliminary planning to report writing; addresses
issues of validity and reliability during data collection and
analysis; discusses ethical issues in research dealing with
vulnerable groups including children, refugees, and students;
includes examples from longitudinal studies, and both qualitative
and quantitative research. Doing Research in Applied Linguistics is
essential reading for students studying research methods, or for
those embarking on their first research project in applied
linguistics or language education.
The Routledge Handbook of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
provides a critical survey of the methodological concepts, designs,
instruments and types of analysis that are used within the broad
field of applied linguistics. With more than 40 chapters written by
leading and emerging scholars, this book problematizes and
theorizes applied linguistics research, incorporating numerous
multifaceted methodological considerations and pointing to the
future of good practice in research. Topics covered include: key
concepts and constructs in research methodology, such as sampling
strategies and mixed methods research; research designs such as
experimental research, case study research, and action research;
data collection methods, from questionnaires and interviews to
think-aloud protocols and data elicitation tasks; data analysis
methods, such as use of R, inferential statistical analysis, and
qualitative content analysis; current considerations in applied
linguistics research, such as a need for transparency and greater
incorporation of multilingualism in research; and recent
innovations in research methods related to multimodality,
eye-tracking, and advances in quantitative methods. The Routledge
Handbook of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics is key reading
for both experienced and novice researchers in Applied Linguistics
as well as anyone undertaking study in this area.
In 2004, Jim McKinley contracted Guillain-Barre syndrome. He was
trapped inside himself with only slight movements to acknowledge
conversation. Many saw him during this time and believed the end
was at hand, but God had other plans. Jim did survive and now tells
you about his journey. He dealt with pain and demons and was
rescued by angels and describes the angel who hovered near his bed
one day. He teaches us of God's love, the importance of family and
friends, and much more.
In 2004, Jim McKinley contracted Guillain-Barre syndrome. He was
trapped inside himself with only slight movements to acknowledge
conversation. Many saw him during this time and believed the end
was at hand, but God had other plans. Jim did survive and now tells
you about his journey. He dealt with pain and demons and was
rescued by angels and describes the angel who hovered near his bed
one day. He teaches us of God's love, the importance of family and
friends, and much more.
The successful collection of data is a key challenge to obtaining
reliable and valid results in applied linguistics research. Data
Collection Research Methods in Applied Linguistics investigates how
research is conducted in the field, encompassing the challenges and
obstacles applied linguists face in collecting good data. The book
explores frequently used data collection techniques, including: *
interviews and focus groups * observations * stimulated recall and
think aloud protocols * data elicitation tasks * corpus methods *
questionnaires * validated tests and measures Each chapter focuses
on one type of data collection, outlining key concepts, threats to
reliability and validity, procedures for good data collection, and
implications for researchers. The chapters also include exemplary
research projects, showcasing and explaining for readers how the
technique was used to collect data in a successfully published
study. This book is an essential resource for both novice and
experienced applied linguists tackling data collection techniques
for the first time.
With the exponential growth of English-Medium Instruction (EMI)
provision in higher education, which is rapidly outpacing empirical
research, this book outlines approaches to EMI in a range of
regional contexts to exemplify different interpretations of
implementing EMI policy in higher education. The book provides an
in-depth understanding of evolving interpretations, challenges and
current policies on a global level, through the exploration of case
studies from Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brazil,
China, Colombia, Denmark, Estonia, Ethiopia, Georgia, Hong Kong,
Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Mexico, Nepal, the Netherlands, Poland, South
Africa, Tunisia, Turkey and Vietnam. The case studies, which
outline how EMI policy is implemented, are presented in three
sections, at the national, institutional and classroom levels
(macro, meso, and micro), using a variety of research tools,
including policy analysis, stakeholders’ conceptualisations of
EMI, observations of EMI in practice and context analysis
The successful collection of data is a key challenge to obtaining
reliable and valid results in applied linguistics research. Data
Collection Research Methods in Applied Linguistics investigates how
research is conducted in the field, encompassing the challenges and
obstacles applied linguists face in collecting good data. The book
explores frequently used data collection techniques, including: *
interviews and focus groups * observations * stimulated recall and
think aloud protocols * data elicitation tasks * corpus methods *
questionnaires * validated tests and measures Each chapter focuses
on one type of data collection, outlining key concepts, threats to
reliability and validity, procedures for good data collection, and
implications for researchers. The chapters also include exemplary
research projects, showcasing and explaining for readers how the
technique was used to collect data in a successfully published
study. This book is an essential resource for both novice and
experienced applied linguists tackling data collection techniques
for the first time.
With the exponential growth of English-Medium Instruction (EMI)
provision in higher education, which is rapidly outpacing empirical
research, this book outlines approaches to EMI in a range of
regional contexts to exemplify different interpretations of
implementing EMI policy in higher education. The book provides an
in-depth understanding of evolving interpretations, challenges and
current policies on a global level, through the exploration of case
studies from Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brazil,
China, Colombia, Denmark, Estonia, Ethiopia, Georgia, Hong Kong,
Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Mexico, Nepal, the Netherlands, Poland, South
Africa, Tunisia, Turkey and Vietnam. The case studies, which
outline how EMI policy is implemented, are presented in three
sections, at the national, institutional and classroom levels
(macro, meso, and micro), using a variety of research tools,
including policy analysis, stakeholders' conceptualisations of EMI,
observations of EMI in practice and context analysis
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