The chapters in this book call attention to vulnerabilities, challenges and risks for applied linguistics researchers and the communities they work with across a broad range of contexts from the Global North and South, and in both signed and spoken languages. Together they provide insights on both academic and professional practice across several areas: the vulnerabilities involved in researching, the limitations of traditional epistemologies, the challenges inherent in the repertoire of methodologies and pedagogies employed by applied linguists, and the effectiveness of practical responses to language-related problems. The book encourages those involved in applied linguistics to consider their own practice and their relationship with the communities, policies and educational contexts they engage with in the course of their teaching, research and activism.

Encourages researchers in applied linguistics to critically reflect on their own research practices

About the Author

Clare Cunningham is Senior Lecturer in Linguistics in the School of Education, Language and Psychology, York St John University, UK. Her research interests include teachers' attitudes, beliefs and knowledge about multilingualism; the development of writing confidence in students; students' perceptions of ecojustice in the curriculum; and ecolinguistics.

Christopher J. Hall is Professor of Applied Linguistics at York St John University, UK. His current research focuses on conceptualisations of English from the perspective of Global Englishes. He is the co-author of Mapping Applied Linguistics (Routledge, 2nd edn, 2017) and co-editor of Ontologies of English (CUP, 2020).

Reviews
This is an exciting volume of varied yet conceptually coherent chapters, challenging dominant paradigms in the field of applied linguistics. Established and emerging scholars are brought together, each with an authoritative voice and a committed activist stance. The collection broadens the scope of the field, encouraging it towards a thoughtful, critical, and socially relevant future. * James Simpson, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, Hong Kong *
Risk, vulnerability and challenge are crucial concepts for a responsive and socially engaged discipline such as applied linguistics. This important volume explores the dynamics of risk in challenging contemporary times and the ways the vulnerability of being 'at risk' can be transformed into resistance and activism. Essential reading for researchers and practitioners engaged in applied linguistic research that aims to make a difference. * Mike Baynham, University of Leeds, UK *



Book Information
ISBN 9781788928229
Author Clare Cunningham
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint Multilingual Matters
Publisher Multilingual Matters
Weight(grams) 407g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 14mm