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    The Power In / Of Language

    By David R. Cole

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    About this ebook

    The Power In/Of Language features a collection of essays that analyse the ways in which language is utilized in contemporary education revealing its deeply entrenched power relationships.
    • Features essays grounded in theoretical rigor that offer critical insights into contemporary educational practice
    • Provides educators with fresh new perspectives on language in education
    • Based on the latest research data
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWiley
    Release dateJan 19, 2012
    ISBN9781118343166
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