Cultural Knowledge and Values in English Language Teaching Materials: (Multimodal) Representations and Stakeholders

Cultural Knowledge and Values in English Language Teaching Materials: (Multimodal) Representations and Stakeholders investigates how English language teaching resources convey cultural meaning, social values, and ideological perspectives through text and imagery. It provides a critical and research-based examination of the ways in which culture is represented in educational materials used across global contexts.

Drawing on multimodal discourse analysis, the book reveals how visual and verbal elements in textbooks, online platforms, and supplementary materials shape learners’ understanding of identity, diversity, and intercultural relationships. It examines how these representations reflect broader social and political discourses that influence classroom practices and perceptions of English as a global language.

The author highlights the roles of various stakeholders—publishers, educators, curriculum designers, and policymakers—in constructing and disseminating cultural narratives. Through detailed case studies and comparative analysis, the book exposes the subtle ways in which ideology and power relations are embedded in language learning content.

Combining theory with applied insight, it offers educators practical frameworks for critically evaluating and adapting materials to promote inclusivity, cultural awareness, and ethical engagement. Readers are encouraged to view teaching materials not as neutral tools but as cultural artifacts that both reflect and shape learners’ worldviews.

Cultural Knowledge and Values in English Language Teaching Materials is an essential resource for applied linguists, teacher educators, and researchers interested in the intersections of culture, communication, and pedagogy. It redefines English language teaching as a socially and ethically informed practice in the era of global education.