This module will introduce students to research methods relevant to Applied Linguistics and TEFL. It will help them plan and conduct their MA dissertation projects and perhaps other research projects later on. It will give students information and advice about both quantitative (e.g., survey, experiment) and qualitative (e.g., classroom observation, diary study) research methods.
The module will first explain what research methods are and which methods (qualitative, quantitative or mixed) are appropriate for various types of research questions. The rest of the sessions will each introduce students to a specific research method.
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
* understand the research process
* formulate viable research questions
* decide on which method(s) would be most appropriate for specific research questions
* go about preparing a research project in a principled manner
* discuss methodology and research findings of published studies
* use terminology related to research methods.
The module will first explain what research methods are and which methods (qualitative, quantitative or mixed) are appropriate for various types of research questions. The rest of the sessions will each introduce students to a specific research method.
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
* understand the research process
* formulate viable research questions
* decide on which method(s) would be most appropriate for specific research questions
* go about preparing a research project in a principled manner
* discuss methodology and research findings of published studies
* use terminology related to research methods.
- Module Supervisor: Yuchen Zong