Presents a comprehensive introduction to analysing quantitative
linguistic data. Starting with an definition of quantitative data, and
how it differs from qualitative data, Seb Rasinger examines what the
student linguist is trying to find out through analysing data, and how
quantitative techniques can help arrive at meaningful and accurate
conclusions. This expanded, 2nd edition now also includes a discussion
of Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and MANOVA, and provides a brief
introduction to statistical meta-analysis. A companion website allows
readers to download crib sheets and Excel templates for the main
statistical tools. The book introduces: -using statistics -variables
-reliability of data -describing data -analysing data -testing
hypotheses -dealing with problematic data. Each chapter includes
graphs and figures explaining theory through worked examples, chapter
summaries, and exercises to aid student understanding. An appendix
containing a summary of statistical formulae, excel commands and
statistical tables is included and is an invaluable resource.
Presenting a down-to-earth and readable introduction to quantitative
research, this book is a useful how-to guide for students encountering
quantitative data for the first time, or for postgraduates embarking
on linguistic research projects.
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ISBN
9781472566973
Publisert
2015
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Vendor
Bloomsbury Academic
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Product language
Engelsk
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Product format
Digital bok
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