Activating Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in the Language Classroom

This book explores innovative approaches to language education in transnational societies, highlighting the importance of plurilingualism, indigenous epistemologies, and technology-enhanced learning. It offers practical examples and insights from researchers and practitioners involved in the international LINGuistic and Cultural DIversity REinvented (LINCDIRE) project.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 317 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book presents a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of diversity in language education within transnational societies. Drawing upon the insights and contributions of researchers and practitioners involved in the international LINguistic and Cultural DIversity REinvented (LINCDIRE) project, the book delves into four pillars of innovation: the Action-oriented approach, Plurilingualism, Indigenous epistemologies, and Technology enhanced learning. Through a critical examination of plurilingual pedagogical approaches that harness learners' linguistic and cultural repertoires, the book advocates for the dynamic integration of languages in curriculum innovation.

As a comprehensive resource for language teachers, curriculum designers, and educational researchers, this book offers valuable insights into current thinking on the relevance and benefits of a plurilingual paradigm shift in language education. It examines the development of plurilingualism, explores the concept of plurilingual and pluricultural competence, emphasizes collaboration and reflection from a humanistic tradition, examines educational technology and its limitations, highlights the iterative, design-based research process that informed the development of LINCDIRE's pedagogical framework, introduces practical examples of action-oriented tasks and scenarios, and illustrates the online tool (LITE) in terms of its current functionalities and design.

Furthermore, the book delves into the implementation challenges and opportunities of plurilingual action-oriented tasks, discussing the outcomes of their implementation in various educational contexts. By presenting a rich tapestry of perspectives and experiences, this book empowers readers to rethink and reimagine what diversity in language education means in transnational societies, paving the way for more inclusive and effective language education practices.

Weight: 522g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030871260
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022