Methodological tools for (socio)linguistic analysis
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https://doi.org/10.21165/el.v47i1.2047Keywords:
methodological tools, variation and changeAbstract
One of the most relevant steps in any scientific research is the choice of the methodological basis that will enable its realization. This choice depends, of course, on the object of study and on the theoretical approach adopted. Many theoretical models in linguistic studies invest in empirical analysis, facing the challenges generated by the manipulation of large volumes of data. Concerning (socio)linguistic studies, the methodology of the Theory of Linguistic Variation and Change stands out for the centrality attributed to obtaining, analyzing and interpreting data. In this paper, we present the computational methodological tools AntConc, Excel and Goldvarb X, which help in accomplishing all the fundamental steps for the study of linguistic variation and change.Downloads
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