Mindsets in Language Education
Sachiko Nakamura editor Åsta Haukås editor Adrian Leis editor Nigel Mantou Lou editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Multilingual Matters
Publishing:14th Jan '25
£39.95
This title is due to be published on 14th January, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Hardback£119.95(9781800418318)
The first book to explore the theories and practice of mindsets in the field of language education
This book is devoted to the interdisciplinary investigation of language learner and teacher motivation, competencies, emotions and wellbeing, based on the theories behind mindsets. It includes a range of theoretical and empirical studies and is an invaluable resource for improving the quality of the language learning experience.
This book is the first volume devoted to mindset theory and practice in language education, offering interdisciplinary investigations into the motivation, competencies, emotions and wellbeing of language learners and teachers. Presenting studies from a vast array of language learning environments, the chapters explore topics such as students' attitudes and motivation surrounding language learning, the effects of mindset on vocabulary acquisition, the mindsets of early career teachers and experienced language teachers, interventions on students' mindsets and interventions that strengthen language teachers' growth mindsets. The findings presented in this book will be of great interest to instructors and researchers alike and present essential developments for the field of applied linguistics and psychology of language learning and teaching. The book will be invaluable in improving the quality of the language learning experience for teachers and students in various academic environments.
This book provides a rich compendium of theoretical, empirical and practical insights into the complex role of mindsets in language learning and teaching. Encompassing a diversity of cultural, educational and professional contexts, the collection offers valuable ideas to stimulate thinking and inform practice among language teachers, teacher educators, and researchers. * Ema Ushioda, University of Warwick, UK *
This book delivers an innovative and cutting-edge collection of studies that push the boundaries of current research on language mindsets and redefine how we approach language education. With its real-world insights and actionable strategies, this volume is a treasure trove for those seeking to cultivate a growth mindset in the classroom and beyond. * Mostafa Papi, Florida State University, USA *
This groundbreaking volume brings together an international team of scholars focusing on the important issue of mindsets in language education. With the varied contexts and participant profiles represented, the volume is a must-read for any student, practitioner, or researcher interested in this topic. * Amy S. Thompson, Florida State University, USA *
This comprehensive volume presents invaluable insights into the pivotal role of mindsets in language learning and teaching. Through rigorous research and diverse case studies, it illuminates how both teachers' and learners' mindsets shape motivation, anxiety, and professional development, ultimately providing practical strategies to foster a growth mindset for enhanced language learning outcomes.
* Nourollah Zarrinabadi, University of Isfahan, Iran *This essential guide illuminates how your beliefs about learning shape your journey to mastering an additional language and provides insight into how to harness the transformative power of mindsets. Unlock your potential by embracing a growth mindset – a new way of thinking based in “YES, I CAN!” – that will enhance your resilence, motivation and fluency. * Tammy Gregersen, Tennessee State University, USA *
ISBN: 9781800418301
Dimensions: 234mm x 156mm x 16mm
Weight: unknown
300 pages