Seedhouse-Almutairi2009

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Seedhouse-Almutairi2009
BibType ARTICLE
Key Seedhouse-Almutairi2009
Author(s) Paul Seedhouse, Saad Almutairi
Title A holistic approach to task-based interaction
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Tag(s) EMCA, task-based learning and teaching (TBLT), spoken interaction, ConversationAnalysis (CA), task-based interaction, non-verbal communication
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Year 2009
Language English
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Journal International Journal of Applied Linguistics
Volume 19
Number 3
Pages 311–338
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DOI 10.1111/j.1473-4192.2009.00243.x
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Abstract

This paper proposes that interaction generated by tasks has previously been very difficult to analyse because of its highly indexical nature. Task-related actions and non-verbal communication could not be related easily to talk. A technological solution to this problem is presented, using a combination of task-tracking hardware and software, video recording and transcription. This enables a holistic approach, i.e. one in which all elements of behaviour can be integrated in analysis. Micro-analyses of multimodal data are undertaken, which provide revealing insights into the processes of task-based learning. A framework for describing and analysing task-based interaction from a holistic perspective is outlined.

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