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Why do transcripts need to be precise?
Many psychological processes occur during interaction and minute details like timing are important. Also detail in transcripts allows independent researchers to analyse the data properly and reliably. For example a Jefferson transcript.
In a transcript: What is an archive? What font should you use? How do you identify the speakers? What do degree signs indicate? Colon? Full stop? Comma? Equals? Arrows? Underlining? Square brackets? Should you transcribe non-lexical sounds? What is another word for this? Give an example Double brackets? Single brackets?
An archive is the time at which the fragment you are using is from.
Courier font
Use pseudonyms and only use three letters for the name.
Low volume
Stretched speech
Descending and conclusive intonation
Ascending and suspended intonation
There is no pause between two speakers speaking, the word is attached to the previous word
Rise or fall in intonation
Emphasis
Overlapping
Yes, continuer, mmm, uh huh
They allow you to add descriptions to the transcript
The transcription of uncertain fragments, transcribe sounds as you hear them!
Why do people use continuers?
To display a passive recipiency near moments of transition relevance, they are classed as free standing turns. This allows smooth turn taking whilst allowing listener to show interest and inquiry.
What is the main question of conversation analysis?
Why that now?
