Written for researchers and graduate students in the field of vocabulary studies, Researching and Analyzing Vocabulary covers a wide range of vocabulary research topics that include experimental, qualitative, and corpus-based work. The study of vocabulary has direct implications for teaching and learning while enhancing student knowledge of research practices. Provides tools for designing and critiquing research studies and demonstrates proper research design techniques. Analyzes existing studies in the field of experimental, qualitative, and corpus-based work so that students and researchers can broaden their knowledge of both successful and problematic research techniques and studies in the field. Highlights factors that scholars should consider when doing their own research in order to avoid pitfalls and problems that may arise without proper planning. Suggests topics for future research to enhance areas in the field of vocabulary studies where contributions are needed. Book jacket.