Cambridge University Press Cambridge Handbook of Methods in Conversation Analysis

Explore the fundamental methods of human social interaction study with The Cambridge Handbook of Methods in Conversation Analysis. Published by Cambridge University Press, this volume serves as the first comprehensive overview of conversation-analytic methods. It brings together thirty-four chapters written by a team of world-renowned experts to provide a deep look into the field of Conversation Analysis (CA). This handbook guides researchers through every stage of the analytical process. You will find detailed guidance on how to collect, manage, and transcribe data, as well as how to explore data to find possible phenomena. The text covers how to form and develop collections of phenomena and use different types of evidence to analyze data. Additionally, the book explains how to code and quantify interaction and provides instruction on how to apply, publish, and communicate your findings effectively.