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Research Methods in Interpreting

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Research Methods in Interpreting is the first comprehensive guide to research methods across all types of interpreting. Written by renowned scholars Sandra Hale and Dr Jemina Napier, it covers both spoken and signed language interpreting in contexts from conference to community settings. The book includes questions, prompts and exercises to engage readers, covering key concepts like analysing research literature, practical research issues, and producing reports. It is an essential resource for students, researchers, professionals and interpreter trainers alike.
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This book is ideal for students and researchers in Interpreting Studies, professionals working as interpreters, and interpreter trainers. It could also benefit students from related disciplines who require an accessible introduction to research methods in linguistics and interpreting.

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A groundbreaking guide to research methods in interpreting, full of questions and examples.

A groundbreaking guide to research methods in interpreting, full of questions and examples.

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This is the first book to deliver a comprehensive guide to research methods in all types of interpreting. It brings together the expertise of two world-recognised scholars in spoken and signed language interpreting to cover the full scope of the discipline.

It features questions, prompts, and exercises throughout to highlight key concepts, provoke thought, and encourage reader interaction. It deals fully with research in both conference and community interpreting, offering a variety of perspectives on both.

Core areas such as reading and analysing research literature, practical issues in research, and producing research reports are all covered. This book is an indispensable tool for students and researchers of interpreting as well as professionals and interpreter trainers.

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  • Research Methods in Linguistics
    Research Methods in Linguistics guides the reader through the key issues, principles, and contributions of core methods in linguistic research. It is an essential resource for researchers and graduate students looking for clear introductions to key concepts, accessible discussions of theory and practice through illustrative examples, and critical engagement with current debates. Topics covered include developing research questions; combining methods;...
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  • Research Methods in Applied Linguistics
    Research Methods in Applied Linguistics is designed to be the essential one-volume resource for students. The book includes: qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research techniques and approaches ethical considerations sample studies a glossary of key terms resources for students As well as covering a range of methodological issues, it looks at numerous areas in depth, including language learning strategies, motivation,...
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  • Research Methods in Interpreting
    This is the first book to deliver a comprehensive guide to research methods in all types of interpreting. It brings together the expertise of two world-recognised scholars in spoken and signed language interpreting to cover the full scope of the discipline. It features questions, prompts, and exercises throughout to highlight key concepts, provoke thought, and encourage reader interaction. It deals...
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Praised as an outstanding resource for those involved in interpreting and linguistics research, this book is valued for its clear, step-by-step guidance that demystifies interpreting research. Reviewers commend its usefulness to both beginners and experienced practitioners, highlighting its practical approach and comprehensive coverage of empirical research methods in the field.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781441168511

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 December 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Sandra Hale is Professor of Interpreting & Translation and Chair of the Research Committee at the School of International Studies at the University of New South Wales, Australia.

Jemina Napier is Professor and Chair of Intercultural Communication at Heriot-Watt University, Scotland.

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