Projects in Linguistics A Practical Guide to Researching Language

“Projects in Linguistics: A Practical Guide to Researching Language” by Kate Trott, published by Arnold in 1998, is a comprehensive resource designed for students exploring the field of linguistics. This second edition spans 303 pages and is presented in English. The book offers an overview of major themes in linguistics, while also introducing essential tools and techniques for conducting research in this discipline.
Readers will find practical advice on selecting research topics, collecting and analyzing data, and effectively writing up results. The book includes over 250 project ideas and addresses important aspects such as plagiarism, referencing, and the use of corpora. Additionally, it covers phonetic and orthographic transcription, along with tips for writing in clear and effective English, making it a valuable guide for those engaged in language arts and linguistics.
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Shortlisted for the 1999 BAAL Book prize.
Giving an overview of major themes in the areas of linguistics most commonly chosen by students, and introducing the tools and techniques of research, this book provides practical advice on how to choose a research topic, how to collect data and analyse it, and how to write up the results. Incorporating over 250 project ideas, and covering plagiarism, referencing, the use of corpora, phonetic and orthographic transcription, and tips on writing good English, ‘Projects in Linguistics’ is a treasure-trove of information.
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