Keith Richards, Steven John Ross, Paul Seedhouse

Research Methods for Applied Language Studies

An Advanced Resource Book for Students

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Research Methods for Applied Language Studies: * provides an advanced introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methods used in second and foreign language learning, teaching, and assessment. * Comprises of qualitative (phenomenological and constructionist) studies as well as quantitative studies mainly featuring intervention and exploratory designs. * Presents and comments on key readings and articles from leading names in the field * is supported by a companion website Written by experienced teachers and researchers in the field, Research Methods for Applied Language Studies is an essential resource for students and researchers of Applied Linguistics.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
• Seitenzahl: 376
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. August 2011
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 254mm x 177mm x 31mm
• Gewicht: 888g
• ISBN-13: 9780415551403
• ISBN-10: 0415551404
• Artikelnr.: 57057131

Inhaltsangabe

1.Introduction to Research in Language Teaching and Learning 2. Interaction
and Pedagogy 3. The Classroom as a Language Learning Environment 4. Affect
and Belief in Language Learning 5. Language Learning Tasks 6. Interaction,
Context and Identity 7. Assessing Language/Accessing Constructs 8. Mixed
Methods Studies and Complexity

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1.Introduction to Research in Language Teaching and Learning 2. Interaction and Pedagogy 3. The Classroom as a Language Learning Environment 4. Affect and Belief in Language Learning 5. Language Learning Tasks 6. Interaction, Context and Identity 7. Assessing Language/Accessing Constructs 8. Mixed Methods Studies and Complexity

Rezensionen

"Richards, Ross and Seedhouse have produced an indispensable guide for students interested in the research methods that are widely used today in second language teaching and assessment. Research Methods for Applied Language Studies offers a comprehensive introduction to designing, collecting, analyzing, and reporting research data. The authors provide an accessible account of the principles and procedures of both quantitative and qualitative research, drawing on numerous examples of published studies. A wide variety of tasks skilfully take the reader on an exploration of core themes in applied linguistics research. For more seasoned researchers, the book provides a good refresher with helpful research design and analysis tips." Jane Jackson, The Chinese University of Hong Kong