The book "Oral Communication and Conversation Didactics" offers a comprehensive analysis of the linguistic and didactic foundations of oral communication. It is aimed at teachers and students who wish to improve their communication skills and those of their learners. The content covers the development of conversational competence from preschool to university and highlights various methods of classroom communication. Additionally, effective procedures for performance assessment are presented. A particular focus is placed on proven models that can be used in teaching practice to specifically promote students' oral skills. The topics range from storytelling and discussing to presenting and mediating disputes, covering a wide range of communication situations.