Research methods in language variation and change /
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| Imprint: | Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2013. |
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| Description: | xxvi, 511 pages ; 26 cm |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/9701077 |
| Summary: | Methodological know-how has become one of the key qualifications in contemporary linguistics, which has a strong empirical focus. Containing 23 chapters, each devoted to a different research method, this volume brings together the expertise and insight of a range of established practitioners. The chapters are arranged in three parts, devoted to three different stages of empirical research: data collection, analysis and evaluation. In addition to detailed step-by-step introductions and illustrative case studies focusing on variation and change in English, each chapter addresses the strengths and weaknesses of the methodology and concludes with suggestions for further reading. This systematic, state-of-the-art survey is ideal for both novice researchers and professionals interested in extending their methodological repertoires. The book also has a companion website which provides readers with further information, links, resources, demonstrations, exercises and case studies related to each chapter. |
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| Physical Description: | xxvi, 511 pages ; 26 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781107004900 110700490X 9780521181860 0521181860 |
