Exploring JASP as a data analysis tool in L2 research: a snapshot

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DOI :

https://doi.org/10.1344/teisel.v3.45189

Mots-clés :

second language acquisition research, L2 writing, data analysis

Résumé

This paper explores the potential of JASP (Jeffreys’s Amazing Statistics Program, https://jasp-stats.org/) as a robust statistical tool in advancing Second Language Acquisition (SLA) research, with a specific emphasis on its application within the domain of L2 writing. Second language writing proficiency is a complex and multifaceted skill, demanding rigorous empirical investigation to uncover nuanced patterns and insights. JASP, known for its user-friendly interface and advanced statistical capabilities, emerges as a promising instrument for researchers seeking to unravel the intricacies of L2 writing development. The paper begins by providing an overview of the features embedded in JASP and continues to discuss some of the extant research within the field of SLA that implements JASP as a data analysis tool. Follows is a detailed description of the use of JASP in two L2 writing papers, in which the data analysis decisions are discussed. Furthermore, the discussion delves into the practical implications of utilizing JASP in L2 writing research, including its ability to accommodate small sample sizes, handle complex interactions, and facilitate transparent and reproducible analyses. The paper concludes by advocating for the widespread adoption of JASP in SLA research, positing that its integration holds the promise of advancing our understanding of the intricacies of L2 writing development and contributing to the refinement of pedagogical approaches in second language education.

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Bibliographies de l'auteur-e

Sophie McBride, Universidad de Murcia

Sophie McBride is an assistant professor and doctor in Applied Linguistics. Her thesis focused on the effects of written corrective feedback processing in digital and pen-and-paper environments. Her main research interests include second language acquisition (SLA), second language (L2) writing and written corrective feedback (WCF) provision and processing on which she has presented numerous papers in prestigious international conferences. She has recently published in an international edited volume on research methods (McBride & Manchón, 2023), as well as in a special issue on individual differences in Studies in Second Language Acquisition (Manchón, McBride, Mellado, & Vasylets., 2023).

Aitor Garcés-Manzanera, Universidad del Atlántico Medio

Aitor Garcés-Manzanera is a tenured Associate Professor at Atlantico Medio University and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Murcia, and holds a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics. His expertise in English Language Teaching is complemented by his scholarly work in various linguistic domains. As an active researcher, Garcés-Manzanera has been involved in six nationally funded projects, contributing significantly to the field of Applied Linguistics, especially in second language learning in educational contexts. His publications, featured in esteemed journals such as Studies in Second Language Learning and Teaching, Miscelánea, Papeles, or Espirales (Q1), reflect his focus on linguistic skills in both traditional and computer-mediated communication. Additionally, his role in the research group "E020-14 Applied Linguistics. Second Language Learning in Educational Contexts (LA_L2)" highlights his commitment to advancing research in this area.

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Publié-e

2024-02-06

Numéro

Vol. 3 (2024): Volume 3 (printemps 2024)

Rubrique

Section « Articles sur des recherches qui utilisent des technologies »

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