Reflections on the transformative power of language education: exploring strategies for effective teaching and learning

Fabian Garcia

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Reflexiones sobre el poder transformador

Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024)

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2024-02-27

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Garcia, F. (2024). Reflections on the transformative power of language education: exploring strategies for effective teaching and learning. EducAcción Sentipensante, 3(2), 111-119. https://doi.org/10.22490/28057597.7242

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Reflections on the transformative power of language education

DOI: https://doi.org/10.22490/28057597.7242

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Fabian Garcia Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia -UNAD

In this reflective paper, the author attempts to examine my language-learning and language-teaching journey. This reflective exploration delineates an educational philosophy that encapsulates the transformative potential inherent in language education. By accentuating the significance of adaptable pedagogies and learner-centered approaches, the author advocates for a paradigmatic shift in language teaching, emphasizing the transmission of linguistic knowledge and the cultivation of a dynamic, engaging, and inclusive educational environment. Furthermore, the author's educational philosophy diverges from conventional didactic models, highlighting the multifaceted nature of effective language teaching. It focuses on nurturing critical thinking, cultural awareness, and communicative competence, fostering an environment that amalgamates linguistic proficiency with socio-cultural insights. Three proposals are presented to enhance my language teaching process; They aim to foster diverse learning styles, and active engagement, and facilitate language acquisition. This paper is a reflection on the emphasis on the transformative nature of my journey and the potential impact of the proposed pedagogical strategies on language learning and teaching.

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