Words & Minds takes a lively look at the usefulness of ‘interthinking’ – talking with other people to get something done.
Examining dialogue in a wide variety of everyday situations, Neil Mercer makes a convincing case for the central importance of dialogue in all situations involving learning and tackling problems. His illustrations are fascinating and his arguments have implications for teachers at all levels.
Neil Mercer is Professor of Language and Communications at the Open University.
