Rethinking Multimodal Literacy in Theory and Practice

Elena Domínguez Romero; Jelena Bobkina; Svetlana Stefanova Radoulska; Carmen Herrero

Rethinking Multimodal Literacy in Theory and Practice

by Elena Domínguez Romero (Edited), Jelena Bobkina (Edited), Svetlana Stefanova Radoulska (Edited), Carmen Herrero (Edited)
©2023, Edited Collection, 296 Pages
Education

Rethinking Multimodal Literacy in Theory and Practice highlights the need for an interdisciplinary approach to effectively address the complexities of concepts, tools, and processes in educational settings. This volume aims to contribute to developing the interconnection between a multimodal approach to pedagogies and multiliteracies development with particular attention to teaching critical thinking skills. It provides valuable insights into current challenges in specific educational domains and offers a wide range of multimodal practices, complemented by special attention to improving participants’ multiliteracies. As such, it is a valuable resource for those seeking to understand and implement effective multimodal teaching practices.

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Introduction
Part I Conceptualizing multimodality in literacy research and teaching
I Multimodal analytical perspectives on literacy research and critical teaching experiences
Implications of multimodal theories for literacy research and pedagogy
Exploring the multimodal affordances of pedagogical materials and activities to foster an inclusive and transformative language pedagogy
Minorities in a transglobal world: “Transcultural Studies Project” as a multimodal critical creativity experience for undergraduate students
Gamified learning experiences in visual literacy and language learning
Feminist audiovisual literacy in the teaching of Spanish as a second and foreign language: A critical analysis template for teaching materials
II Unlocking the innovative potential of short films and self-developed videos in the language classroom
Training language teachers to use short films in the language classroom: Innovations and challenges
Art and technology for listening comprehension: A multimodal framework for classroom implementation of self-created videos
Part II Multimodal framework for visual literacy and critical thinking instruction
I Multimodal designs and intersections between visual literacy and critical thinking
Observation and reading on the Covid-19 covers: A case study in Design and Visual Communication
Manga and anime Demon Slayer to foster intercultural awareness and critical thinking: A film and media literacy university course in Japan
Wordless books as multimodal resources to improve multiliteracy in primary learners
II Multimodality for developing visual literacy in teaching English for specific purposes
From English for vocational purposes to modes for vocational purposes: Authentic multimodal resources in vocational training and education
Integrating visual literacy and language learning through Instagram: Reflections from ESP adult learners
Notes on Contributors

Pages:

296

Year:

2023

ISBN (HARDBACK):

9783631853917 (Active)

ISBN (EPUB):

9783631901397 (Active)

ISBN (PDF):

9783631901380 (Active)

DOI:

10.3726/b20792

Language:

English

Keywords:

Visual literacy, Critical teaching, Language pedagogy, Literacy research, Multimodal theories

Published:

Berlin, Bern, Bruxelles, New York, Oxford, Warszawa, Wien, 2023. 296 pp.

Elena Domínguez Romero is Associate Professor of English Language and Linguistics at the Complutense University of Madrid (Spain).

Jelena Bobkina, PhD, is Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics Applied to Science and Technology at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Spain).

Svetlana Stefanova is a professor at the International University of La Rioja (Spain). She holds a PhD in English.

Carmen Herrero is Principal Lecturer of Spanish Studies at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. She leads the research group Film, Languages and Media Education (FLAME).

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