CODE-SWITCHING AND HUMORISTIC EFFECT OF METAPHOR

Аннотация

Focusing on the strategic use of code-switching in multilingual educational contexts, this article investigates how intentional language alternation can enhance learning outcomes and foster inclusive classroom environments. Drawing on classroom observations, teacher interviews, and student focus groups, the study reveals that code-switching aids comprehension by bridging linguistic gaps, relieving performance anxiety, and activating cultural knowledge. Additionally, the research illustrates how humorous code-switching can break monotony and humanize classroom interactions, strengthening rapport between students and teachers. Far from signifying linguistic incompetence, code-switching emerges as a valuable resource that addresses speech interference and speech facilitation. The paper concludes with recommendations for educators to integrate code-switching techniques purposefully, thereby increasing student engagement, reducing language barriers, and promoting a positive, collaborative learning atmosphere.