 Hello, this unit discusses the different approaches towards and the interpretations of the term dialectology. A term that refers to the study of dialects. Furthermore, we will provide an overview of the studies into dialectal variation in present-day English. In the virtual session, which is supported by two central e-lectures, we will look at the most well-known dialect surveys and we'll discuss the central methods of collecting dialect data. If you're not sure where to start in the virtual session, you can use the optional question sheet with its hyperlinks as default guidance. The mastery worksheet, once more a dynamic multiple choice test, presents several questions about dialects and dialectal data, aspects that are all discussed in the virtual session. And the practical sheet, well here we want to test your intuitions about the dialectal status of several present-day English utterances. Try on your own first. The model solutions will be given once the next unit comes into focus. Again, a lot of material but at the same time enjoyable and profitable. So, good luck.