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Unveiling Self-Identity of Teachers: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Perception and Interpretation of Selected Poems of Rupi Kaur’s “Homebodyâ€

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  • Faiza Liaqat
  • Aqsa Naimat
  • Urooj Fatima Alvi
  • Habibullah Pathan

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This study focuses on the unique amalgamation of linguistic and visual elements in Rupi Kaur’s Instapoetry, and how it contributes to the self-identity representation of university-level teachers in English Literature or Linguistics. Ten participants, each with considerable teaching experience and active research engagement in their respective fields were individually invited to participate in this research from various universities in Pakistan. Data collection includes two sessions of semi-structured interviews. Additionally, a supplementary questionnaire was used to gather demographic information and insights into participants’ academic backgrounds. The transcribed data were analyzed using Norman Fairclough’s Three-dimensional framework of CDA, revealing the transformative role that linguistic and visual elements play in shaping teachers’ self-identity by fostering their innovation, individuality, and inclusivity as professionals and individuals. However, the study also highlights persistent challenges related to cultural conservatism and academic freedom when adopting new trends in Instapoetry. The study suggests practical implications for teachers and educational institutions to benefit from a subtle understanding of the relationship between Instapoetry and self-identity. The study has two main limitations- a small sample size of university-level teachers and a primary focus on selected poems from Rupi Kaur’s “homebody†for analysis.

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  • Faiza Liaqat & Aqsa Naimat & Urooj Fatima Alvi & Habibullah Pathan, 2024. "Unveiling Self-Identity of Teachers: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Perception and Interpretation of Selected Poems of Rupi Kaur’s “Homebodyâ€," World Journal of English Language, Sciedu Press, vol. 14(4), pages 284-284, July.
  • Handle: RePEc:jfr:wjel11:v:14:y:2024:i:4:p:284
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