THE REPRESENTATION OF THE CONCEPT “KNOWLEDGE” IN ENGLISH SEMANTIC FIELDS AND ITS PEDAGOGICAL IMPLICATIONS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.66345/stj.v4i3/1.5274Keywords:
Conceptosphere, Semantic Field, Linguocultureme, Metacognitive Tools, Lexical Stratification, Conceptual Metaphor, Cross-Linguistic Interference, Heuristic Literacy.Abstract
This study explores the multi-faceted representation of the concept of "Knowledge" within the English semantic field and investigates its broader pedagogical implications. By examining knowledge as a "linguocultureme" nested within a broader "conceptosphere," the analysis demonstrates how specific linguistic structures – ranging from the stratification of Germanic and Latinate lexical layers to the use of conceptual metaphors – actively shape cognitive processing. Furthermore, the article argues that adopting a semantically grounded pedagogy provides learners with essential metacognitive tools. These tools empower students to precisely diagnose their own cognitive hurdles and more effectively navigate the complexities of digital, distributed information in the modern era.
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