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Unit 3: Language in Action
3.1 Language Investigation
3.1.1 Choosing a Research Focus
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The research focus for a Language Investigation should be broad enough to allow for an in-depth investigation.
False
Data availability
is a key factor to consider when identifying a research topic.
True
How does language relate to identity in a Language Investigation?
Shapes group or individual identity
The research focus for a Language Investigation should be broad enough to collect sufficient
data
.
True
Match the research topic with its description:
Language change ↔️ Evolution of slang
Language and gender ↔️ Differences in communication styles
Language and power ↔️ Use of language to assert authority
Language and identity ↔️ Reflects group identity
What is an advantage of using textual data in language investigations?
Readily available
What is a limitation of using social media data in language investigations?
Privacy concerns
What is an example of a research question that investigates the influence of social media on language?
How has social media influenced the language used by teenagers?
What is an example of textual data that can be used in a language investigation?
Online posts
Why is it important to provide a clear and logical flow to the methodology in a language investigation?
Ensures a coherent investigation
A research focus could include areas such as language change, language and gender, or language and
power
When choosing a research focus, align it with your personal
interests
The study of language and power examines how language is used to assert
authority
What is the importance of relevance when choosing a research topic?
Contributes new insights
The use of language to assert authority falls under the research topic of language and
power
Spoken data is less time-consuming to collect than textual data.
False
A research question should have a clear focus, appropriate scope, and demonstrate
relevance
Steps to outline a research plan and methodology for a language investigation:
1️⃣ Develop a research question
2️⃣ Identify data sources and samples
3️⃣ Determine an analysis framework
4️⃣ Outline the methodology
Match the linguistic framework with its description:
Pragmatics ↔️ Investigating language in social contexts
Stylistics ↔️ Analyzing stylistic choices
Discourse Analysis ↔️ Examining language structure in context
What is a Language Investigation in the AQA A-Level English Language course?
A key coursework component
What type of data samples are commonly used in a Language Investigation?
Texts, transcripts, recordings
What is an example of a research topic related to language change?
Evolution of slang
Steps in conducting a Language Investigation
1️⃣ Choose a research focus
2️⃣ Gather relevant data
3️⃣ Analyze the data
4️⃣ Draw conclusions
A research topic related to language and power could explore how language asserts
authority
What is an example of a research topic related to language and identity?
How language shapes group identity
Match the data source with its limitation:
Textual Data ↔️ May lack contextual information
Spoken Data ↔️ Time-consuming to transcribe
Social Media ↔️ Potential biases
Interviews ↔️ Smaller sample size
A research question should be broad to allow for greater flexibility in analysis.
False
Discourse analysis examines the structure and function of language in
context
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