Introduction
This course introduces the fundamentals of corpus construction and linguistic data analysis. Participants learn how to compile, annotate, and analyze text corpora for linguistic and applied research purposes.
Unique Selling Propositions
Focus on hands-on corpus design and analysis.
Use of accessible software tools (AntConc, SketchEngine demo).
Skill-building for empirical language research.
Objectives and Learning Outcomes
Understand corpus-based research principles and methodology.
Build and annotate small-scale corpora.
Conduct basic data analysis using corpus tools.
Key Topics / Related Concepts
Corpus Compilation and Design
Concordance and Collocation Analysis
Data Interpretation and Reporting
Activities and Learning Strategies
Guided corpus building and annotation exercises.
Practical lab sessions using corpus software.
Mini-project involving real-world data analysis.
Ms. Shumaila Ahmad-DLC/SLA UMT Lahore
- Corpus Linguistics: Method, Analysis, Interpretation, Lancaster University, United Kingdom
- Postgraduate Diploma in TEFL (PGD-TEFL), Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad
- American Association of Applied Linguistics (AAAL)
- Linguistics Association of Pakistan (LAP)
- PhD in Linguistics, University of Central Punjab (UCP), Lahore
- MPhil in Applied Linguistics, University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore
Ms. Shumaila Ahmad is an accomplished linguist, academic, and professional trainer with specialization in theoretical and applied linguistics, particularly in the areas of Corpus Linguistics, Morphology, Syntax and Language Pedagogy. She has successfully completed international certification from Lancaster University, UK, in Corpus Linguistics, reflecting her strong expertise in data-driven approaches to linguistic analysis. She is a member of leading linguistic associations, including the American Association of Applied Linguistics and the Linguistics Association of Pakistan. Her academic journey combines advanced research in linguistics with practical training experience in academic and professional communication.
As a trainer, she has conducted impactful workshops on APA Referencing, Effective SOP Writing, and Research Proposal Development, equipping scholars and professionals with essential academic writing and research skills. Her sessions integrate interactive learning tools, hands-on practice, and reflective exercises that enhance participants’ conceptual clarity and confidence.
