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Design and Validation of Research Tools and Methodologies

Aicha Rahal (Pazmany Peter Catholic University, Budapest, Hungary) and Mária Adorján (Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church, Hungary)
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Release Date: September, 2024 | Copyright: © 2025 | Pages: 478
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Publication Status: E-Book and Print Version Available for Purchase
ISBN13: 9798369311356
ISBN13 Softcover: 9798369345726
EISBN13: 9798369311363
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-1135-6

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In academia, the quality of research is intricately linked to the methods and tools used in the research process. Linguistics, a field at the forefront of deciphering the intricacies of language, faces a critical challenge in ensuring the robustness and reliability of its research. Without proper attention to the design and validation of research tools, the foundations of linguistic knowledge are at risk of becoming shaky, undermining the very essence of scientific inquiry.

Design and Validation of Research Tools and Methodologies is a beacon of hope in the field of linguistic scholarship, enabling a comprehensive solution to the critical issue of research tool design and validation. It presents an extensive exploration of current and groundbreaking methodologies in linguistics, equipping researchers with the knowledge and tools they need to conduct rigorous and dependable research.

This book is devoted to the needs of scholars, academics, and practitioners, which brings together diverse perspectives, case studies, and innovative methods. It opens a vibrant dialogue in the linguistic community and paves the way for future advancements in the field. Whether you are an experienced researcher or just beginning your academic journey, Design and Validation of Research Tools and Methodologies is your gateway to elevating the quality of linguistic scholarship, ensuring that the future of linguistics is built on a foundation of methodological excellence.

Coverage:

The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

  • Computational Models
  • Content Validity Ratio
  • Corrective Feedback Approach
  • Cronbach’s Alpha
  • Cross-Sectional Approach
  • Data Collection Tools
  • Experimental Methods
  • Eye Tracking
  • Longitudinal Approach
  • Neuroimaging Techniques
  • Psycholinguistic Tools
  • Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Research methods
  • Validation Tools

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Aicha Rahal is a researcher in linguistics. Her research interests include language pedagogy, sociolinguistics, language policy, and psycholinguistics. She is the author of many research papers, the author of two forthcoming books on language acquisition, and the co-editor of the book World Englishes and Language Assessment. She was a former online teacher assistant with the US Department of State and the University of Oregon. She was the laureate of the Africa Award, Liverpool 2019 and the laureate of the TIRF-DDG grant from The International Research Foundation for English Language Education.  Aicha Rahal is extremely grateful to The International Research Foundation for English Language Education (TIRF) and its partterns for their invualuable support and their appreciation of her research. She would like to dedicate her publications to TIRF.
Mária Adorján , PhD. is an Associate Professor at Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church (KRE). She also teaches and supervises international students in the Doctoral School of Linguistics at Pázmány Péter Catholic University (PPKE). She taught Academic English at the University of Southampton, UK. Her primary interests are teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP), automated assessment of written discourse, and the use of artificial intelligence in undergraduate writing courses.

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