Research Methods for Complexity Theory in Applied Linguistics (Second Language Acquisition)

Hiver, Phil; Al-Hoorie, Ali H.

ISBN 10: 1788925734 / ISBN 13: 9781788925730

Published by Multilingual Matters, 2019

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Title: Research Methods for Complexity Theory in ...

Publisher: Multilingual Matters

Publication Date: 2019

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: New

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Synopsis:

This book provides practical guidance on research methods and designs that can be applied to Complex Dynamic Systems Theory (CDST) research. It discusses the contribution of CDST to the field of applied linguistics, examines what this perspective entails for research and introduces practical methods and templates, both qualitative and quantitative, for how applied linguistics researchers can design and conduct research using the CDST framework. Introduced in the book are methods ranging from those in widespread use in social complexity, to more familiar methods in use throughout applied linguistics. All are inherently suited to studying both dynamic change in context and interconnectedness. This accessible introduction to CDST research will equip readers with the knowledge to ensure compatibility between empirical research designs and the theoretical tenets of complexity. It will be of value to researchers working in the areas of applied linguistics, language pedagogy and educational linguistics and to scholars and professionals with an interest in second/foreign language acquisition and complexity theory.

About the Author:

Phil Hiver is Assistant Professor at Florida State University, USA. His research interests include instructed language learning and the role of psycho-social factors in second language teaching and learning. He is the co-editor (with Sarah Mercer and Ali H. Al-Hoorie) of Engagement in the Second Language Classroom (Multilingual Matters, forthcoming).

Ali H. Al-Hoorie is Assistant Professor at the English Language Institute, Jubail Industrial College, Saudi Arabia. His research interests include motivation theory, research methodology, and complexity. His publications have appeared in a number of journals and he is the co-author (with Philip V. Hiver) of the forthcoming book Research Methods for Complexity in Applied Linguistics.