Research methods in language learning
Nunan, David. ;
Research methods in language learning - Cambridge ; New York, NY, USA : Cambridge University Press, 1992. - xii, 249 p. : illustrations ;
Included Index.
Research traditions in applied linguistics --
The experimental method --
Ethnography --
Case study --
Classroom observation and research.
Research Methods in Language Learning helps readers understand and critique research. This book is intended to help readers understand and critique research in language learning. It presents a balanced and objective view of a range of methods - including formal experiments, introspective methods, interaction and transcript analysis, ethnography, and case studies. The book is highly accessible and does not assume specialist or technical knowledge. This volume will be of interest to students of applied linguistics and educational researchers, in addition to classroom teachers and teachers-in-training. Throughout the book, theoretical issues are drawn from published studies and reports. The book emphasizes the professional and practical value of reading published research.
0521419379 9780521419376 0521429684 (pbk.) 9780521429689
Language and languages.
Language and languages -- Study and teaching -- Research -- Methodology.
418.0072 / NUN
Research methods in language learning - Cambridge ; New York, NY, USA : Cambridge University Press, 1992. - xii, 249 p. : illustrations ;
Included Index.
Research traditions in applied linguistics --
The experimental method --
Ethnography --
Case study --
Classroom observation and research.
Research Methods in Language Learning helps readers understand and critique research. This book is intended to help readers understand and critique research in language learning. It presents a balanced and objective view of a range of methods - including formal experiments, introspective methods, interaction and transcript analysis, ethnography, and case studies. The book is highly accessible and does not assume specialist or technical knowledge. This volume will be of interest to students of applied linguistics and educational researchers, in addition to classroom teachers and teachers-in-training. Throughout the book, theoretical issues are drawn from published studies and reports. The book emphasizes the professional and practical value of reading published research.
0521419379 9780521419376 0521429684 (pbk.) 9780521429689
Language and languages.
Language and languages -- Study and teaching -- Research -- Methodology.
418.0072 / NUN