Preface
This book addresses issues of research methodology. It is designed to be used as a textbook for introductory courses on research methodology and design, as well as for general courses in second language studies in which there is an emphasis on research. We have aimed to create a text that can also be used as a resource by those carrying out many different types of second language research.
We approached the book with novice researchers in mind. For this reason, we explain key concepts and provide concrete examples wherever possible for those with little or no research experience. However, we also assume that our readers will have some background in the topic of second language learning. The discussion and data-based questions and activities ...
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