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Interactive Micro-Processes in Classroom Discourse: Turning Points and Emergent Meanings
- Source :
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Research Papers in Education . 2013 28(2):196-211. - Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- Based on a qualitative analysis of classroom discourse in Italian primary schools, this paper analyses the micro-processes that are emergent moment-by-moment in the unfolding interactions between teacher and pupils. More in particular, our purpose is to identify the conditions under which the interactive orientation of a sequence changes. We argue that unpredictable emergent contributions function as turning points, re-directing and changing the sequence's orientation. The results show that the turning points introduce changes in the sequences as far as three discourse characteristics are concerned: (a) communicative pattern; (b) lesson objective; and (c) role of primary knower. The discussion points out the importance of these results for the teachers' work and training. (Contains 1 note.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0267-1522
- Volume :
- 28
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- ERIC
- Journal :
- Research Papers in Education
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- EJ1012512
- Document Type :
- Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/02671522.2011.610900