Autoethnographies in ELT: Transnational Identities, Pedagogies, and Practices

This innovative volume explores the complexities of transnational identity construction for learners, teachers, and practitioners in English language teaching (ELT) through autoethnography. It unpacks the dynamics of the contemporary language education landscape, where practitioners and students with diverse personal and professional histories navigate national, cultural, linguistic, ideological, and political borders. The book challenges ELT binaries and discusses identity-related concepts such as ideologies, discourses, agency, and self-reflexibility. It highlights the unique affordances of autoethnography as a methodological tool for understanding transnational identity construction in ELT and provides key perspectives in emerging areas of study within applied linguistics. The collection appeals to students, scholars, and practitioners in English language teaching, applied linguistics, TESOL education, educational linguistics, and sociolinguistics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 268 pages
Publication date: 06 November 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking volume explores the potential of autoethnography as a powerful tool for understanding the intricate dynamics of transnational identity construction for learners, teachers, and practitioners in the field of English language teaching (ELT). The book delves into the complex landscape of language education, where practitioners and students with diverse personal and professional backgrounds navigate the blurred boundaries between nations, cultures, languages, ideologies, and political systems, profoundly shaping their identity development and engagement with pedagogies and practices across various educational domains.

Drawing on a rich array of solo and collaborative autoethnographies from transnational language practitioners, the book challenges established ELT binaries such as 'center/periphery' and 'native/non-native.' It also critically examines issues related to identity, including ideologies, discourses, agency, and self-reflexivity, shedding light on the unique perspectives and experiences of these individuals in their educational journeys.

Moreover, the book underscores the unique advantages of autoethnography as a methodological approach for gaining deeper insights into transnational identity construction in ELT. By employing this qualitative research method, the book offers valuable insights into emerging areas of study within applied linguistics, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities and nuances of identity formation in the context of language learning.

This dynamic collection is of immense interest to students, scholars, and practitioners in English language teaching, applied linguistics, TESOL education, educational linguistics, and sociolinguistics. It provides a wealth of knowledge and perspectives that will enrich their understanding of the transnational world and enhance their teaching practices.

Weight: 544g
Dimension: 158 x 236 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367428587