Building major research in the language sciences: the first steps of Ph.D. Cover Image

Construire une recherche d’envergure en sciences du langage : les premiers pas en doctorat
Building major research in the language sciences: the first steps of Ph.D.

Author(s): Maria Candea
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Theoretical Linguistics, Theory of Literature
Published by: Editura Universitară & ADI Publication
Keywords: research project; linguistics; study corpus; epistemology of the research; cultural traditions;

Summary/Abstract: The article proposes a short guide designed to facilitate the preparation of the first steps in the development of a research project in linguistics, either at the beginning of the doctorate or from the master level. The proposed set of questions may help to understand the main epistemological currents in language sciences and the importance of choosing the study corpus. The article draws attention to the most well-known advantages and disadvantages associated with the various validated ways of observing linguistic data, according to contemporary theoretical trends and cultural traditions.

  • Issue Year: 7/2018
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 13-20
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: French