Qualitative Research Methods in Language Studies will give students the opportunity to explore the different types of qualitative research methodologies used within applied linguistics, linguistics and language and culture research. Emphasis will be given to an examination of what counts as evidence within a qualitative research framework and how qualitative research evidence can be evaluated. Students will examine a range of qualitative research methodologies, such as case study, ethnography, participant observation, interviews, questionnaires, discourse analysis. They will explore key approaches through reflecting critically on studies which have employed the methods in focus and through experiencing research techniques used in selected approaches. Students will apply this knowledge to a personal research interest.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:- Understand and apply qualitative research techniques and methods.
- Critically evaluate studies which use qualitative research methodologies.
- Write a research proposal or literature review.
- Present a research proposal or literature review.
Indicative Assessment
Qualitative analysis assignment (1000 words, 25%) [Learning Outcome 1]Critical evaluation of qualitative research literature (2000 words, 25%) [Learning Outcome 1, 2]
Research proposal or literature review including oral presentation (3000 words, 50%) [Learning Outcome 1, 2, 3, 4]
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Workload
The course will consist of a weekly seminar of 3 hours. Students are expected to commit up to 7 hours outside of class time to this course.Specialisations
Fees
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $3216 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $4590 |
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First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4114 | 20 Feb 2017 | 27 Feb 2017 | 31 Mar 2017 | 26 May 2017 | In Person | N/A |
