Conceptual Metaphor Theory in World Language Education: Theory, Research, and Pedagogy

This edited collection explores the scholarly and pedagogical implementations of Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT) in world language education. The chapters offer a diverse range of theoretical and pedagogical perspectives as well as methodologies aiming to achieve the following objectives:

Introduce novice linguists, novice researchers, and pre-service language teachers to CMT, its extensions, and its applications, while providing an overview of the current state of the discipline; Shed light on new research and pedagogical practices for linguists, researchers, and language educators at all levels; Present theoretically founded and research-based examples of the pedagogical application of CMT across multiple world languages, including English, French, Mandarin, and Spanish; Highlight the experiences and perspectives of practitioner educators who have implemented CMT in world language education.

By addressing these objectives, the book aims to provide a comprehensive and insightful exploration of CMT's role in world language education, offering guidance and inspiration for both researchers and practitioners in the field.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032743611
• ISBN13: 9781032743615
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 9.6"