Research Methods in Language Learning (Cambridge Language Teaching Library)

Nunan, David

ISBN 10: 0521429684 / ISBN 13: 9780521429689

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1992

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Research Methods in Language Learning (Cambridge Language Teaching Library)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521429684
• ISBN 13: 9780521429689
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

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.

From the Back Cover

This introduction to research methods is designed to help students of applied linguistics, education researchers, classroom teachers, and teachers in training understand and critique published studies in the field of language learning.