Representations of the World in Language Textbooks

This book provides a new framework for analyzing representations of culture, society language, and society in textbooks for foreign and second language learning. It distinguishes between five approaches: national studies, citizenship education studies, cultural studies, postcolonial studies, and transnational studies and offers concrete analyses of representations in English, German, French, Spanish, Danish, and Esperanto. It emphasizes the need for language learning materials to deal seriously with knowledge about the world, including its diversities and problems.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 264 pages
\n Publication date: 08 January 2018
\n Publisher: Channel View Publications Ltd
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This groundbreaking book offers a novel and comprehensive framework for analyzing representations of culture, society, and the world in textbooks for foreign and second language learning. Its applicability extends beyond textbooks to various learning materials and subjects, making it a versatile tool for understanding cultural representations. The framework distinguishes between five approaches: national studies, citizenship education studies, cultural studies, postcolonial studies, and transnational studies. Through a series of detailed analyses, the book showcases how one can describe and uncover representations of the world in textbooks for English, German, French, Spanish, Danish, and Esperanto. Each analysis is accompanied by suggestions for potential supplements and modifications, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

Moreover, the book emphasizes the importance of language learning materials addressing knowledge about the world, encompassing its diverse aspects and challenges. It highlights the need for textbooks to provide students with a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of the world, enabling them to develop a global perspective and a sense of responsibility towards it. By offering a comprehensive framework and practical insights, this book serves as a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and students interested in exploring the representations of culture, society, and the world in language learning materials.

\n Weight: 538g\n
Dimension: 164 x 242 x 21 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781783099559\n \n