Advocacy for Social and Linguistic Justice in TESOL: Nurturing Inclusivity, Equity, and Social Responsibility in English Language Teaching

This book explores how English language instruction can promote social and linguistic justice through advocacy-oriented pedagogies and curricula, focusing on emergent issues such as heritage language and L1 attrition, teacher and learner identity, and linguistic colonialism. It empowers educators and learners as advocates of social justice and considers how social responsibility can be supported through enhanced teacher preparation and professional development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 236 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The importance of promoting social justice in the fields of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and English language teaching (ELT) has become increasingly recognized worldwide. To address this need, this volume presents a collection of international case studies and empirical research that showcase how English language instruction can foster social and linguistic justice through advocacy-oriented pedagogies and curricula.

Advocacy for Social and Linguistic Justice in TESOL adopts a critical and evidence-based approach to identifying effective practices in ensuring inclusive and equitable learning and teaching. Chapters delve into emerging issues such as heritage language and L1 attrition, teacher and learner identity, linguistic colonialism, and broader concerns like global citizenship and human rights. The focus is on empowering educators and learners as advocates of social justice, while also considering how social responsibility can be supported through enhanced teacher preparation and professional development.

This book makes a timely contribution to the intersection of advocacy, social justice, and English language teaching. It will be of vital interest to postgraduate researchers, scholars, and academics in the fields of TESOL and ELT, as well as language education, applied linguistics, and the sociology of education more broadly. English language teachers and practitioners will also find this volume valuable.

In conclusion, this volume offers valuable insights into the role of English language instruction in promoting social and linguistic justice globally. By highlighting the experiences and perspectives of educators and learners from diverse backgrounds, it contributes to the ongoing dialogue and efforts toward creating more inclusive and equitable learning environments for all.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032064444