COACT - Complexity of (inter)action and multimodal participation

COACT research community examines what consitutes complexity in (inter)action and how participants organize their skilled inter(action) in multimodal contexts and across different social situations. We also examine how participation changes and develops over time and how it can be maintained and supported in complex settings. These questions are explored in view of a set of central themes, which may revolve around shifts, turning points, moments of trouble and multiactivity in interaction. More specifically, many studies and projects within COACT focus on learning and guidance (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, counseling, teaching, apprenticeship, supervision) as well as on work practices, professionalism and professional growth. Many researchers also have joint interests in investigating collaboration, collaborative work, solidarity and community. These themes will be explored in diverse communities, including language learners, colleagues and members of professional communities, friends and families and members of online groups, and others.

Activities

COACT organizes weekly data sessions where members and visitors can present their data and discuss them with others. These slots can also be used for presentation dry runs as well as study circles where participants discuss specific readings or topics.

In monthly grassroots writing sessions, the participants’ texts at different stages of completion are discussed and commented on.

In addition, COACT meets once a month to discuss current affairs.

COACT invests in research training as an essential part of the research work carried out within the RC. We offer graduate and post-graduate courses which are advertised within UniOGS.

Visit us

Visitors to COACT are welcome to join us in our activities. Please contact the head of the research community: Professor Tiina Keisanen