Research Methods for Applied Language Studies: An Advanced Resource Book for Students

ISBN-13: 9780415551410 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 392 str.

Steven John Ross

Opis

'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.

Recenzje

"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

Spis treści

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

O autorze

Keith Richards, Steven John Ross, Paul Seedhouse