Classroom-based Conversation Analytic Research: Theoretical and Applied Perspectives on Pedagogy

At the heart of Kunitz, Markee, and Sert’s (2021) edited volume is question how classroom interaction can contribute to second language acquisition. Using conversation analysis (CA) as a methodological tool answer this question, editors contributing authors book also endeavor package their findings in ways that are accessible for all kinds teaching professionals (e.g., pre- in-service teachers, program administrators, teacher supervisors, etc.). Their main argument doing so hinges on fact research sometimes occur vacuum, stakeholders need develop “consumers’ understanding” (p. 1) translate from CA order inform curricular change.