Education

Analysing and evaluating the bilingual adaptation of English graded readers in China: A social semiotic multimodal discourse study

K. Zhang

This groundbreaking study by Kunkun Zhang delves into the fascinating world of bilingual adaptations of Cambridge English Readers, revealing how different cultural contexts impact learning. It uncovers the unique pedagogical potential of bilingual editions, showcasing their suitability for classroom environments and examination preparations.

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Abstract

This study explores textual transformations in the bilingual adaptation of Cambridge English Readers by a Chinese publisher, using social semiotic multimodal discourse theory. It evaluates the pedagogical potential of the bilingual edition and reveals how the original and adapted versions reflect different cultures of learning. The analysis shows that while the original serves as extensive reading material, the bilingual edition incorporates features of intensive reading, potentially impacting fluent reading but enhancing classroom suitability and aligning with examination preparation needs.

Publisher

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS

Published On

Apr 23, 2024

Authors

Kunkun Zhang

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