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Berliner, David C. 1990. If the metaphor fits, why not wear it? The teacher as executive. Language and Cognition 29 (2) : 86–93. 8 pp. URL
Publication type
Article in journal
Publication language
English
Keywords
'teacher as executive' metaphor | education | market metaphor | metaphors for teacher | teacher's role | use of metaphor in education | visual imagery

Abstract

Focuses on the 'teacher as executive' metaphor. Visual imagery accompanying the metaphor; Similarity between the functions of teachers and executives; Appropriateness of the metaphor in describing the important roles of teachers. (From EBSCO)