Vertical discourse: the role of the teacher in the transmission and acquisition of decontextualised language

This article examines the production of pupils at different levels of 'ability' within the school setting. It uses the theoretical work of Basil Bernstein, and particularly the concepts of vertical and horizontal discourse, to critique contemporary forms of 'progressive' educatio...

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Main Author: Bourne, Jill (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2003.
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