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L. S. Vygotsky and English in Education and the Language Arts
L. S. Vygotsky and English in Education and the Language Arts
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L. S. Vygotsky and English in Education and the Language Arts explores the contributions of L. S. Vygotsky to research, theory, and practice in English and the Language Arts, highlighting the relevance of his works for todays teachers and researchers. It discusses Vygotskys early life, understanding of human psychology, pedagogical ideas, and the role of emotions, the zone of proximal development, expanding textuality beyond writing, and socialization. It challenges common perceptions and establishes Vygotsky as a complex developmental psychologist.
Format: Hardback
Length: 354 pages
Publication date: 09 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
L. S. Vygotsky and English in Education and the Language Arts delves into the profound contributions of L. S. Vygotsky to research, theory, and practice in English and the Language Arts, examining the enduring relevance of his works for contemporary teachers and researchers. Spanning his extensive 30-year study, Smagorinsky offers a comprehensive interpretation of Vygotsky in relation to literacy education, teacher education, special education, and the interplay between life outside school and individuals' functioning within educational contexts. This insightful and accessible text begins by exploring Vygotsky's early life, situating him historically and culturally, and then traces the evolution of his understanding of human psychology as it relates to the social contexts of schools and pupils' lives at home.
In-depth discussions follow, delving into Vygotsky's pedagogical ideas, including the role of emotions, the concept of the zone of proximal development, the expansion of textuality beyond writing, and his belief in the primacy of socialization. Through this book, readers gain a fresh perspective on Vygotsky, challenging common perceptions derived from limited and selective readings. It establishes Vygotsky as a complex developmental psychologist rather than a classroom practitioner, shedding light on new areas of understanding.
Throughout, points for discussion and reflection are provided, making this text invaluable for student teachers, teachers, and academics in the field of English and the Language Arts.
Weight: 861g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032449890
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