Research Methods in Linguistic Anthropology

For research in linguistic anthropology, the successful execution of research projects is a challenging but essential task. Balancing research design with data collection methods, this textbook guides readers through the key issues and principles of the core research methods in linguistic anthropology.

Designed for students conducting research projects for the first time, or for researchers in need of a primer on key methodologies, this book provides clear introductions to key concepts, accessible discussions of theory and practice through illustrative examples, and critical engagement with current debates. Topics covered include creating and refining research questions, planning research projects, ethical considerations for research, quantitative and qualitative data collection methods, data processing, data analysis, and how to write a successful grant application. Each chapter is illustrated by cases studies which showcase methods in practice, and are supported by activities and exercises, discussion questions, and further reading lists. Research Methods in Linguistic Anthropology is an essential resource for both experienced and novice linguistic anthropologists and is a valuable textbook for research methods courses.

Auteur

Sabina M. Perrino is Associate Professor in Anthropology and Linguistics at Binghamton University, USA.

Sonya E. Pritzker is Associate Professor in Anthropology at The University of Alabama, USA.

Contenu

Introduction, Sabina M. Perrino and Sonya E. Pritzker

1. Navigating Topics and Creating Research Questions in Linguistic Anthropology, Farzad Karimzad and Lydia Catedral
2. Reviewing the Literature in Linguistic Anthropology, Justin B. Richland
3. Planning Your Research, Deborah Jones and Ilana Gershon
4. Care as a Methodological Stance: Research Ethics in Linguistic Anthropology, Steven P. Black and Robin Conley Riner
5. Participant Observation and Fieldnotes in Linguistic Anthropology, Sonya E. Pritzker and Sabina M. Perrino
6. Interviews in Linguistic Anthropology, Sabina M. Perrino
   Audio-Video Technology For and In the Field: A Primer, Gregory Kohler and Keith M. Murphy
7. Video Ethnography: A Guide, Teruko Vida Mitsuhara and Jan David Hauck
8. Transcription & Analysis in Linguistic Anthropology: Creating, Testing, and Presenting Theory on the Page, Merav Shohet and Heather Loyd
9. Online Research and New Media, Archie Crowley and Elaine Chun
10. Mixed Methods and Interdisciplinary Research in Linguistic Anthropology, Sonya E. Pritzker
11. Grant Writing for Projects in Linguistic Anthropology, Sonia Neela Das