The Routledge Handbook of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics provides a critical survey of the methodological concepts, designs, instruments and types of analysis that are used within the broad field of applied linguistics. With more than 40 chapters written by leading and emerging scholars, this book problematizes and theorizes applied linguistics research, incorporating numerous multifaceted methodological considerations and pointing to the future of good practice in research. Topics covered include:

Key concepts and constructs in research methodology

such as sampling strategies and mixed methods research;

Research designs

such as experimental research, case study research, and action research;

Data collection methods

from questionnaires and interviews to think-aloud protocols and data elicitation tasks;

Data analysis methods

such as use of R, inferential statistical analysis, and qualitative content analysis;

Current considerations in applied linguistics research

such as a need for transparency and greater incorporation of multilingualism in research; and

Recent innovations in research methods

related to multimodality, eye-tracking, and advances in quantitative methods.

The Routledge Handbook of Research Methods in Applied Linguistics is key reading for both experienced and novice researchers in Applied Linguistics as well as anyone undertaking study in this area.