1. Language and ecology in social imaginaries: ecolinguistic perspectives.
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Ponton, Douglas Mark
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FOREIGN ministers (Cabinet officers) ,LINGUISTICS ,SUSTAINABILITY ,TOURISM websites ,RESOURCE exploitation ,TRADITIONAL ecological knowledge - Abstract
The text discusses the field of ecolinguistics, which explores the relationship between language and ecology. The special issue of the Journal of World Languages focuses on the influence of language on our perceptions of nature and society. The contributions in this issue analyze various types of discourse, such as advertising, tourism, politics, and online communication, to uncover how language shapes and is shaped by societal imaginaries. Ecolinguistics can be seen as a critical paradigm that challenges dominant narratives and promotes environmental stewardship. It also explores more positive approaches that emphasize cultural sensitivity and inclusivity. The special issue includes research articles that examine topics such as corporate advertising, tourism promotion, indigenous knowledge, youth-generated environmental discourses, animal imagery in digital discourse, news reports on elephants, and the representation of nature in language textbooks. The future of ecolinguistic research lies in exploring indigenous and local knowledge systems, analyzing environmental narratives in media and politics, and intersecting with fields like ecopsychology and environmental education. The goal is to develop a deeper understanding of how language can contribute to a sustainable future. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
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