Conceptual Metaphor Theory in World Language Education: Theory, Research, and Pedagogy (1)

By: Loretta Fernández

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Synopsis: This edited collection explores the scholarly and pedagogical implementations of Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT) in world language education. The chapters offer a diverse range of theoretical and pedagogical perspectives as well as methodologies aiming to achieve the following objectives: Introduce novice linguists, novice researchers, and pre-service language teachers to CMT, its extensions, and its applications, while providing an overview of the current state of the discipline; Shed light on new research and pedagogical practices for linguists, researchers, and language educators at all levels; Present theoretically founded and research-based examples of the pedagogical application of CMT across multiple world languages, including English, French, Mandarin, and Spanish; Highlight the experiences and perspectives of practitioner educators who have implemented CMT in world language education. By addressing these objectives, the book aims to provide a comprehensive and insightful exploration of CMT’s role in world language education, offering guidance and inspiration for both researchers and practitioners in the field.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 242 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9781040387221
Related ISBNs:: 9781040387191, 9781003468912, 9781032743615, 9781032736242
Publisher:: Taylor & Francis
Date of Addition:: 06/30/25
Copyrighted By:: selection and editorial matter, Ida Chavoshan and Loretta Fernández
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Education, Language Arts, Foreign Language Study
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:: Ida Chavoshan
Edited by:: Loretta Fernández