Research methods in language learning

By:

Nunan, David

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Cambridge ; New York, NY, USA : Cambridge University Press, 1992.Description: xii, 249 p. : illustrationsISBN:

0521419379
9780521419376
0521429684 (pbk.)
9780521429689

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DDC classification:

418.0072 NUN

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Contents:

Research traditions in applied linguistics -- The experimental method -- Ethnography -- Case study -- Classroom observation and research.

Summary: 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.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode	Item holds
Reference Books	Main Library Reference	Reference	418.0072 NUN (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		003443

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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.

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