Advocacy in English Language Teaching and Learning

Advocacy in English Language Teaching and Learning, edited by Heather A. Linville and James Whiting, is a comprehensive volume that examines the intersection of advocacy and English-language teaching through a social justice lens. Published by Routledge in 2019, this book is designed for both newcomers and established scholars in the field of TESOL.

The book is divided into three parts:

• Overview of Advocacy: Introduces the concept of advocacy in TESOL, discussing its definitions and theoretical foundations.
• Preparing Teacher Advocates: Explores how teacher education programs can equip educators with the skills and mindset necessary for effective advocacy.
• Advocacy in Action: Provides practical examples and case studies of advocacy efforts in various educational contexts, including K-12 classrooms, adult education, and community settings.

This volume offers readers a deeper understanding of what advocacy is and can be, providing teacher candidates and educators with the tools to advocate for their students, families, communities, and profession. It emphasizes the importance of advocacy at all levels of practice—from daily interactions with students to influencing policy decisions.

Advocacy in English Language Teaching and Learning is an essential resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers interested in promoting equity and social justice in English language education.