This chapter discusses the state of the art in empirical research on second language (L2)
interactional competence (IC) and its development. It analyses the move from a research …

The field of technology and language learning, also known as CALL (computer-assisted
language learning), is now a robust area of study informed by research and practice in the …

Taguchi and Roever present the latest developments in second language pragmatics
research, combining acquisitional and sociolinguistic perspectives. They cover theories of …

An understanding of sociocultural context is crucial in second language learning–yet
developing this awareness often poses a real challenge to the typical language learner. This …

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In the assessment of speaking, a psycholinguistically based speaking construct has
predominated. In this paper, we argue for the integration of the construct of interactional …

A primary undertaking in communicative language teaching is to ensure second language
(L2) speakers develop the ability to interact in real-world communicative events, a skill …

This Element introduces the areas that second language (L2) pragmatics research has
investigated. It begins with a theme-based review of the field with respect to L2 pragmatics …

Background The concept of IC as it is used today traces back to Hymes's (1972) view of
communicative competence (CC) as the knowledge of how to use language appropriately in …

Argument-based validation requires test developers and researchers to specify what is
entailed in test interpretation and use. Doing so has been shown to yield advantages …