Visualising Multilingual Lives: More Than Words
Visualising Multilingual Lives: More Than Words
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This book uses rich visual data to investigate how multilinguals make sense of their use and knowledge of more than one language and to gain a better understanding of multilinguals and their lives. The topic is addressed as subjectively experienced and the book unites the current multilingual, narrative and visual turns in Applied Language Studies.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 08 March 2019
Publisher: Multilingual Matters
This captivating book is a treasure trove of empirical studies from across the globe, meticulously compiled to provide readers with a profound and comprehensive understanding of multilingual individuals, spanning from young children to the elderly. The chapters delve into the intricate tapestry of multilingual subjectivities, exploring the discursive and visual constructions that shape their identities. These chapters are organized into dedicated sections, each focusing on the multifaceted aspects of the multilingual self, the multilingual learner, and multilingual teacher education.
The studies employ a rich array of visual data, meticulously analyzed for both content and form, often complemented by other types of data to unravel the intricate ways in which multilinguals make sense of their multi-lingual proficiency and knowledge within their unique contexts. The book adopts a subjective approach to multilingualism, emphasizing the personal experiences and perspectives of multilingual individuals. By bringing together the current trends in Applied Language Studies, namely multilingualism, narrative, and visual turns, this book creates a harmonious synthesis that resonates with students and researchers alike.
Its relevance extends to a wide range of fields, including language learning and teaching, teacher education, bi/multilingualism, and the utilization of visual methods and narratives in academic research. Whether you are an educator, a language enthusiast, or a scholar seeking to expand your knowledge and insights, this book offers invaluable insights and perspectives that will deepen your understanding of the multilingual world.
Weight: 486g
Dimension: 158 x 234 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788922593
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