1st Edition

The Routledge Encyclopedia of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics

By A. Mehdi Riazi Copyright 2016
    398 Pages
    by Routledge

    398 Pages
    by Routledge

    The Routledge Encyclopedia of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics provides accessible and concise explanations of key concepts and terms related to research methods in applied linguistics. Encompassing the three research paradigms of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods, this volume is an essential reference for any student or researcher working in this area.





    This volume provides:





    • A–Z coverage of 570 key methodological terms from all areas of applied linguistics;


    • detailed analysis of each entry that includes an explanation of the head word, visual illustrations, cross-references to other terms, and further references for readers;


    • an index of core concepts for quick reference.




    Comprehensively covering research method terminology used across all strands of applied linguistics, this encyclopedia is a must-have reference for the applied linguistics community.

    List of figures
    List of tables
    Preface
    Acknowledgements
    List of abbreviations
    The encyclopedia
    Further readings
    Index

    Biography

    The Routledge Encyclopedia of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics provides accessible and concise explanations of key concepts and terms related to research methods in Applied Linguistics. This book includes a detailed analysis of 800 terms with explanation of the head word, a visual illustration, cross-references, and further references for readers. Encompassing the three research paradigms of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods, this volume is an essential reference for any student or researcher working in this area.

    "This book is an invaluable resource for applied linguistics researchers, beginning and experienced alike. The book, further, is an extraordinary achievement for a single author, revealing Riazi’s strong command and understanding of issues relating to applied linguistics research. I will most certainly be recommending it to my students."
    Brian Paltridge, University of Sydney, Australia

    "The Routledge Encyclopedia of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics is an important resource for researchers in this field of study. It provides an up-to-date and comprehensive reference guide to core constructs and covers key concepts in quantitative, qualitative and mixed-method approaches. This volume will serve as a useful tool for both novice and experienced researchers in applied linguistics and related subject areas."
    Jane Jackson, The Chinese University of Hong Kong