About the book
Metaphors are more than just linguistic tools; they go far beyond this. By drawing on the known to illuminate the unknown, they shape understanding and profoundly influence learning dynamics, making them particularly relevant in education.
Metaphors for Education explores this theme in depth, offering a comprehensive and enlightening overview of the role and place of metaphors in the field of education. The book examines how metaphors shape pedagogical approaches and conceptions of teaching, and influence learning processes and conceptual development, as well as impact assessment, differentiation and the professional identity of teachers. It also shows how metaphors can provide powerful tools for reflection and transformation in educational practices.
Aimed at teachers, students, educational researchers and enthusiasts alike, this book offers fresh and stimulating perspectives on the contribution of metaphors to learning and teaching.
Editions of Metaphors for Education
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781789451887
- EBook
- ISBN 9781394393671
- EBook
- ISBN 9781394393695
- EBook
- ISBN 9781394393688
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Metaphors are more than just linguistic tools; they go far beyond this. By drawing on the known to illuminate the unknown, they shape understanding and profoundly influence learning dynamics, making them particularly relevant in education.
Metaphors for Education explores this theme in depth, offering a comprehensive and enlightening overview of the role and place of metaphors in the field of education. The book examines how metaphors shape pedagogical approaches and conceptions of teaching, and influence learning processes and conceptual development, as well as impact assessment, differentiation and the professional identity of teachers. It also shows how metaphors can provide powerful tools for reflection and transformation in educational practices.
Aimed at teachers, students, educational researchers and enthusiasts alike, this book offers fresh and stimulating perspectives on the contribution of metaphors to learning and teaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metaphors for Education about?
Metaphors are more than just linguistic tools; they go far beyond this. By drawing on the known to illuminate the unknown, they shape understanding and profoundly influence learning dynamics, making them particularly relevant in education.
Metaphors for Education explores this theme in depth, offering a comprehensive and enlightening overview of the role and place of metaphors in the field of education. The book examines how metaphors shape pedagogical approaches and conceptions of teaching, and influence learning processes and conceptual development, as well as impact assessment, differentiation and the professional identity of teachers. It also shows how metaphors can provide powerful tools for reflection and transformation in educational practices.
Aimed at teachers, students, educational researchers and enthusiasts alike, this book offers fresh and stimulating perspectives on the contribution of metaphors to learning and teaching.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Metaphors for Education?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy
Where can I read a sample of Metaphors for Education?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781789451887
Is Metaphors for Education part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series ISTE Invoiced
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Metaphors for Education?
Emmanuel Sander
Who is the Publisher of the book Metaphors for Education?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Metaphors for Education is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781789451887) and ebook(ISBN 9781394393671) and ebook(ISBN 9781394393695) and ebook(ISBN 9781394393688)
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