Language, Learning, Context

Talking the Talk

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Education & Teaching
Cover of the book Language, Learning, Context by Wolff-Michael Roth, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Wolff-Michael Roth ISBN: 9781136981784
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: June 10, 2010
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Wolff-Michael Roth
ISBN: 9781136981784
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: June 10, 2010
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

In what way do educators understand the language they use to make sense of the educational environment?

How does language enable educators and how can they consciously make the most of its potential?

Using the right language and setting the correct tone in the school classroom has repercussions for all involved; whether it affects the linguistic development of a student or the effective delivery of a lesson, language plays an important factor in any educational context.

As such, this innovative book focuses right at the heart of learning, arguing that current theories of speech in classrooms do not, and cannot, capture the essentially passive aspects of talking. Until now, these verbal and physical expressions of communication have been left untheorised, leaving the potential of an entire secondary area of language untapped.

Exploring his argument along three clear, but interrelated lines of investigation, the author focuses on our understanding, on language itself and finally on communication. Thus he argues:

  • that language is unintentional and our understanding of it is limited
  • as soon as we speak, language appears beyond us in a highly singular, situated context
  • that communication cannot be reduced to the simple production of words.

Building on the work of linguistic philosophers such as Martin Heidegger, Donald Davidson, Paul Ricœur and Jacques Derrida, these salient points are further elaborated to fully develop the relationship between thinking and talk in educational settings.

This invaluable book makes recommendations for the praxis of teaching and will appeal to students, researchers, and practising science and mathematics teachers, as well as those with interests in language and literacy.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

In what way do educators understand the language they use to make sense of the educational environment?

How does language enable educators and how can they consciously make the most of its potential?

Using the right language and setting the correct tone in the school classroom has repercussions for all involved; whether it affects the linguistic development of a student or the effective delivery of a lesson, language plays an important factor in any educational context.

As such, this innovative book focuses right at the heart of learning, arguing that current theories of speech in classrooms do not, and cannot, capture the essentially passive aspects of talking. Until now, these verbal and physical expressions of communication have been left untheorised, leaving the potential of an entire secondary area of language untapped.

Exploring his argument along three clear, but interrelated lines of investigation, the author focuses on our understanding, on language itself and finally on communication. Thus he argues:

Building on the work of linguistic philosophers such as Martin Heidegger, Donald Davidson, Paul Ricœur and Jacques Derrida, these salient points are further elaborated to fully develop the relationship between thinking and talk in educational settings.

This invaluable book makes recommendations for the praxis of teaching and will appeal to students, researchers, and practising science and mathematics teachers, as well as those with interests in language and literacy.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Philosophies of India by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Developing Sport Expertise by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Psychological Illness by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Queering Fat Embodiment by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Agricultural Policies in a New Decade by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Multinationals, Globalisation and Indigenous Firms in China by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Utopia and Revolution by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book The Proceedings Against the Templars in the British Isles by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book The English Literatures of America by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book To Think by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Redefining Teacher Development by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Leadership in Health Care by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book The Transformation of Initial Teacher Education by Wolff-Michael Roth
Cover of the book Developing Quality Metadata by Wolff-Michael Roth
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy