RESEARCH IN THE TEACHING OF ENGLISH
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Research and Practice in English Education
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Critical Pedagogy and Social Justice:
The journal emphasizes research that advocates for critical pedagogical approaches, focusing on social justice, equity, and the representation of marginalized voices in English education. - Literacy Practices and Theories:
It explores diverse literacy practices, theories, and frameworks, encompassing traditional and emergent literacies, and how they intersect with cultural, social, and political contexts. - Teacher Development and Instructional Strategies:
The journal addresses the professional development of educators, examining effective instructional strategies, curriculum design, and the impact of teacher practices on student learning. - Multimodal and Translingual Approaches:
Research on multimodal literacies and translingual practices is a core focus, highlighting the integration of various modes of communication and the experiences of multilingual learners. - Youth Voices and Narrative Inquiry:
Emphasizing narrative inquiry, the journal seeks to elevate the voices of youth, particularly in relation to their lived experiences, identities, and agency within educational contexts.
Trending and Emerging
- Culturally Relevant Pedagogies:
There has been an increasing focus on culturally relevant pedagogies that engage students' backgrounds and identities, fostering inclusivity and representation in English education. - Intersectionality and Identity in Literacy:
Research exploring the intersectionality of race, gender, and other identities in literacy practices is gaining traction, highlighting the complexities of students' experiences in educational settings. - Digital Literacies and Technology Integration:
The incorporation of digital literacies and technology in teaching practices is a trending theme, reflecting the need to prepare students for a highly digital world. - Community-Based and Participatory Research:
Emerging themes include community-based and participatory research methodologies that involve stakeholders in the educational process, emphasizing collaboration and real-world relevance. - Climate Change and Literacy Education:
There is a growing interest in the intersection of climate change and literacy education, exploring how literacy can be a tool for advocacy and awareness in environmental contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Literacy Instruction Methods:
There is a noticeable decline in research focused on traditional literacy instruction methods, as the field increasingly shifts toward innovative, inclusive, and culturally relevant pedagogies. - Standardized Assessment Practices:
Research centered on standardized assessment practices appears to be losing prominence, as educators and researchers seek alternatives that better reflect students' diverse abilities and experiences. - Generalized Literacy Studies:
The journal has moved away from generalized studies of literacy that do not consider the specific cultural, social, and political contexts, indicating a preference for more nuanced and context-specific inquiries.
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