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Studying Language in Interaction: A Practical Research Guide to Communicative Repertoire and Sociolinguistic Diversity

Studying Language in Interaction: A Practical Research Guide to Communicative Repertoire and Sociolinguistic Diversity

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Studying Language in Interaction emphasizes a particular approach to language in the world, providing a practical guide for new researchers. It focuses on one way of communicating, providing strategies to observe, note, and reflect on context-specific ways of using multiple languages, sounding, naming, using social media, telling stories, being ironic, and engaging in everyday routines. It is an ideal text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students of sociolinguistics, intercultural communication, linguistic anthropology, and education.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


Studying Language in Interaction is a comprehensive and hands-on guide designed to emphasize a specific approach to language in the world, one that embraces communicative repertoire and sociolinguistic diversity. Its primary objective is to provide new researchers with a practical guide to navigate the complexities of language in interaction.

The book is structured into chapters, each dedicated to a particular communication mode. Within each chapter, a range of strategies are presented to observe, note, and reflect on context-specific ways of using multiple languages, sounding, naming, utilizing social media, telling stories, employing irony, and engaging in everyday routines. This approach aims to offer a practical guide without sacrificing the richness and intricacies of language in interaction that captivate novice researchers and make language relevant to the everyday lives of individuals.

Beyond its practical utility, Studying Language in Interaction serves as a workbook for navigating the world in meaningful ways. It illustrates that any research on language in interaction involves both technical skills and a deep engagement with humanity. The book offers extensive pedagogical resources, making it an ideal text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies in sociolinguistics, intercultural communication, linguistic anthropology, and education. These students will find it particularly valuable as they embark on fieldwork projects and engage in hands-on research experiences.

In conclusion, Studying Language in Interaction is a holistic and practical guide that offers a comprehensive understanding of language in interaction. By emphasizing a particular approach to language and providing a wealth of practical strategies, the book equips new researchers with the tools they need to excel in their studies. Whether they are aspiring scholars or professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills, this text is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in exploring the complexities and wonders of language in human interaction.

Weight: 590g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367618889

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