In this course, we will focus on advanced state-of-the-art research methods in English Language and Linguistics. After a repetition of basic data collection tools and the descriptive level of analysis, we will concentrate on sophisticated and well-prepared means of collecting linguistic data and their quantitative analysis. Towards the end of the course, the different linguistic variables, analytical statistics and their prerequisites will form the course’s main concern. Finally, the statistical results will have to be contextualized in light of the data they derived from and in terms of the scope their interpretation provides.
Objectives
By the end of this seminar, students can
apply previous knowledge of descriptive statistics
analyse and describe linguistic data appropriately
identify and adapt more advanced methodologies to research questions and projects
Prerequisites
None