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Experimental Research Methods in Sociolinguistics by Katie Drager provides researchers with essential tools for conducting rigorous empirical studies in sociolinguistic contexts. The book bridges the gap between traditional sociolinguistic research and experimental methodologies, offering practical guidance on designing and implementing studies that examine language variation and change.
Drager explores various experimental approaches including laboratory phonetics, perception studies, and controlled investigations of language use in social contexts. The text covers crucial topics such as participant recruitment, stimulus creation, data collection procedures, and statistical analysis specific to sociolinguistic research.
This resource is invaluable for graduate students, academic researchers, and linguists seeking to enhance their research toolkit with experimental methods. The book emphasizes how experimental designs can complement traditional sociolinguistic approaches to provide deeper insights into the relationship between language and society.
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