Research Methods in Sociolinguistics

Research Methods in Sociolinguistics
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 350
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ISBN-10 : 9781118584354
ISBN-13 : 111858435X
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Book Synopsis Research Methods in Sociolinguistics by : Janet Holmes

Download or read book Research Methods in Sociolinguistics written by Janet Holmes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-08-14 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This single-volume guide equips students of sociolinguistics with a full set of methodological tools including data collection and analysis techniques, explained in clear and accessible terms by leading experts. It features project suggestions, troubleshooting tips, and data assessment across diverse languages. Explores an array of anthropological and scientific methods that cover the full spectrum of contemporary sociolinguistics, from the study of style and discourse analysis to the study of phonetics Details the types of data available, and explains collection methods ranging from sociolinguistic interviews to linguistic landscapes Provides comprehensive coverage of data analysis, subdivided into segments on linguistic and socio-cultural techniques, and linked to numerous languages Includes useful summaries, seasoned advice and troubleshooting tips, ideas for research projects, and a full directory of supplementary reading


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