Chapter 1. Getting started
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Laura Gurzynski-Weiss
Abstract
This introductory chapter orients the reader to both instructed second language acquisition (ISLA) and research methods in general. We begin with an operationalization of ISLA, followed by an outline of the main research questions and overarching goals within ISLA, and specification of the differences between an applied orientation to research and simply drawing pedagogical implications. In the second half of the chapter, we move into the nature and ultimate aims of research (i.e., theoretical, empirical, applied), in general, and for the specific field of ISLA. We highlight the importance of connecting to and building off prior work and how research contributions must be connected to disciplinary discussions as well as previous scholarly work as well as being ethically sound. Finally, we outline the basics of research decision-making and walk the reader through each of the principal considerations during the design phase of a study.
Abstract
This introductory chapter orients the reader to both instructed second language acquisition (ISLA) and research methods in general. We begin with an operationalization of ISLA, followed by an outline of the main research questions and overarching goals within ISLA, and specification of the differences between an applied orientation to research and simply drawing pedagogical implications. In the second half of the chapter, we move into the nature and ultimate aims of research (i.e., theoretical, empirical, applied), in general, and for the specific field of ISLA. We highlight the importance of connecting to and building off prior work and how research contributions must be connected to disciplinary discussions as well as previous scholarly work as well as being ethically sound. Finally, we outline the basics of research decision-making and walk the reader through each of the principal considerations during the design phase of a study.
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents vii
- Acknowledgements ix
- Introduction to the volume xi
- List of contributors xix
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Section 1. Introduction
- Chapter 1. Getting started 3
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Section 2. Identifying your research approach
- Chapter 2. Quantitative research methods in ISLA 31
- Chapter 3. Qualitative ISLA research methodologies and methods 55
- Chapter 4. Mixed methods research in ISLA 79
- Chapter 5. Replication research in instructed SLA 103
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Section 3. ISLA research across methodological approaches
- Chapter 6. Unique considerations for ISLA research across approaches 125
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Section 4. Designing instructional interventions for specific skills & competencies
- Chapter 7. Pragmatics 149
- Chapter 8. Vocabulary 181
- Chapter 9. Grammar 207
- Chapter 10. Pronunciation 233
- Chapter 11. Listening 257
- Chapter 12. Reading 281
- Chapter 13. Writing 305
- Chapter 14. Speaking 329
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Section 5. Sharing your research
- Chapter 15. Contributing to the advancement of the field: 355
- Index 379
Chapters in this book
- Prelim pages i
- Table of contents vii
- Acknowledgements ix
- Introduction to the volume xi
- List of contributors xix
-
Section 1. Introduction
- Chapter 1. Getting started 3
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Section 2. Identifying your research approach
- Chapter 2. Quantitative research methods in ISLA 31
- Chapter 3. Qualitative ISLA research methodologies and methods 55
- Chapter 4. Mixed methods research in ISLA 79
- Chapter 5. Replication research in instructed SLA 103
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Section 3. ISLA research across methodological approaches
- Chapter 6. Unique considerations for ISLA research across approaches 125
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Section 4. Designing instructional interventions for specific skills & competencies
- Chapter 7. Pragmatics 149
- Chapter 8. Vocabulary 181
- Chapter 9. Grammar 207
- Chapter 10. Pronunciation 233
- Chapter 11. Listening 257
- Chapter 12. Reading 281
- Chapter 13. Writing 305
- Chapter 14. Speaking 329
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Section 5. Sharing your research
- Chapter 15. Contributing to the advancement of the field: 355
- Index 379
