SOKS1007 Introduction to methodologies of applied language studies (5 cr)

Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Language and Communication Studies
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020

Description

Content

This course provides an introduction to scientific thinking, different phases of the research process and methodologies in applied language studies.

Completion methods

Contact teaching (group meetings and discussions), independent study (readings, writing assignments)

Assessment details

Active participation (students must participate to at least 80 % of the meetings), research plan for an MA thesis

More detailed assessment criteria will be provided in the first meeting of the course.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course the student
- is familiar with the phases of the research process
- has both theoretical and practical understanding of different methodologies in applied language studies
- understands ethical principles concerning research in applied language studies
- is able to independently search for further literature on various methodologies
- has revised her/his research plan for the MA thesis based on the insights and tools acquired in the course

Description of prerequisites

APPLANG students:
SOKS105 Introduction to Applied Language Studies for the Changing Society
SOKS1006 Key themes and questions in applied language studies

Study materials

List of readings provided by the instructor.

Completion methods

Method 1

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