Exploring Identity Formation in Language Education (Hardcover)

Ali Elhami

ISBN 13: 9798337354231

Published by Igi Global Scientific Publishing, 2026

About this Item

Hardcover. Identity formation sits at the heart of language learning, shaping how learners understand themselves and construct meaning through communication. By combining reflective storytelling and scholarly inquiry in learning environments, students and teachers can negotiate who they are within linguistic and educational spaces. By weaving personal narratives with theoretical perspectives revealing that identity not as a static trait but as an evolving process influenced by language and lived experience. Exploring Identity Formation in Language Education: Personal Narratives and Educational Research explores how personal narratives from diverse language learners and educators. This book examines the lived experiences of language learners in real-world contexts. Covering topics such as language education, educational research, and personal narratives, this book is an excellent resource for scholars, researchers, educators, curriculum developers, and graduate students. "This book aims to delve into the multifaceted ways identity is shaped and negotiated within language learning and teaching contexts"-- Provided by publisher. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Exploring Identity Formation in Language Education (Hardcover)
• Publisher: Igi Global Scientific Publishing
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798337354231
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Identity formation sits at the heart of language learning, shaping how learners understand themselves and construct meaning through communication. By combining reflective storytelling and scholarly inquiry in learning environments, students and teachers can negotiate who they are within linguistic and educational spaces. By weaving personal narratives with theoretical perspectives revealing that identity not as a static trait but as an evolving process influenced by language and lived experience. Exploring Identity Formation in Language Education: Personal Narratives and Educational Research explores how personal narratives from diverse language learners and educators. This book examines the lived experiences of language learners in real-world contexts. Covering topics such as language education, educational research, and personal narratives, this book is an excellent resource for scholars, researchers, educators, curriculum developers, and graduate students.

About the Author

Ali Elhami is a faculty member at the Unicaf university. He obtained his PhD from the univesridad autónoma de Madrid and has since been actively involved in conducting research and publishing his findings in reputable academic journals. His expertise lies in the fields of culture, migration, international students, acculturation, social adjustment, intergroup contact, identity, communication accommodation theory (CAT), and language learning. Additionally, he has a passion for working with diverse groups and enjoys the process of writing papers to disseminate his research findings. He is open to collaboration with fellow researchers and is particularly interested in interdisciplinary projects that can provide a comprehensive understanding of the subjects he investigates. He is also a board member of several international journals and regularly attends conferences and workshops to stay updated on the latest research in his field. Furthermore, he actively seeks opportunities to engage with community organizations and educational institutions to apply his expertise and contribute to the development of inclusive policies and programs.