Studying Second Language Acquisition from a Qualitative Perspective [Hardcover]

This book presents a selection of empirical papers dealing with second and multiple language acquisition, in which qualitative research methodology is employed. Each of the studies reported in individual chapters is based on a solid theoretical background and an overview of studies in a given area. Although the main focus is on qualitative methods, some of the papers demonstrate the complementarity of quantitative and qualitative approaches in studying language acquisition.Part I Introducing Qualitative Research.- Sociological and Educational Roots of Qualitative Research in Applied Linguistics.- Are the Only Things That Count the Things That Can Be Counted? On Modeling as a Cognitive Tool in the Field of Foreign Language Learning and Teaching.- Part II Qualitative Methods in Studying Second Language Acquisition.- Pronunciation Learning Strategy Chains: A Qualitative Approach.- Fostering Strategy Use in a Reading-Based Course in EFL Academic Context: Students Perspectives.- Reflective Teaching in an English Primary Classroom.- Junior High School Learners Ability to Reflect in the Process of Keeping a Diary in a Foreign Language.- Qualitative Evaluation of Emotional Intelligence During Conversation Classes.- Part III Complementary Quantitative and Qualitative Methods in Studying Second Language Acquisition.- Some Advantages of Qualitative Methods in Multilingualism Research .- Research Approaches and Student Surveys: A Cross-cultural Perspective.- Willingness to Communicate in a Foreign Language: Evidence from Those Who Approach and Those Who Avoid L2 Communication.- Researching Phonetics Learning Anxiety: A Qualitative Approach.- A Qualitative and Quantitative Investigation into the Relevance of Pronunciation Instruction: Piloting Data Collection Tools.- Toutes Les Langues Ensemble, Cest Tout? Separated Multilingualism in Minority Language Education in Brittany (France).- Well I Never!: Formulaic Language as a Pragmatic Resource in Child Entertainment Media.ThilC9