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Code-Switching in an ELF Context #652

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By adopting conversation analysis, this study examines how English as a lingua franca (ELF) speakers manage their intercultural communication through code-switching in a task-based language activity at a university. The analysis shows that ELF speakers employed code-switching as an interactional resource to enhance their communication, build social relationships, and preserve the face of the participants.

Mei-Hsing Tsai

Mei-Hsing Tsai

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Mei-Hsing Tsai is an assistant professor in the Language Center at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology where she teaches academic writing and various English courses.
Ya-ting Chiang

Ya-ting Chiang

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology / Language Center