A powerpoint which explores the study of Style in Sociolinguistics. It considers the different approaches to Style that have been used and give examples from relevant studies.

These are the materials from a session introducing ethnographic research methods for PGR students at the University of Southampton. They could also be adapted for use with undergraduates. The slides give an overview of key principles and steps in carrying out an ethnographic project, and the handout allows for individual reflection and planning.

Slides and handouts for an introductory session on ethnographic methods for PhD students. The students are asked to view the ethnography video lectures by Graham Gibbs before the face-to-face session.

A powerpoint which explores how Sociolinguists have studied language variation in small, local groups. It explores the concepts of Social Network and Community of Practice and examines work undertaken using these methodologies.