Survey Methods in Lang. Res

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

This course addresses theoretical and practical aspects of questionnaire research methodology specific to language learning and education research. The course canvasses issues relating to survey research planning, design, instrument development, implementation, data analysis, data interpretation, and reporting. In particular, the course addresses research issues unique to survey methods including sources of bias and error (e.g., from sampling methods and non-response), aspects of measurement reliability (focusing especially on rating scales), and epistemological orientations and assumptions underpinning language questionnaire research generally.