Teaching Taboos in the ELT ClassroomVozel, Tjaša (Avtor) Sokolov, Cvetka (Mentor) taboo topicstaboosEnglishteachersstudentsThe main aim of the master's thesis is to investigate the domain of taboo topics within the context of the English language classroom. It explores the theoretical background, as well as provides empirical research on the topic. The theoretical part first provides various definitions of taboos and classifies them into three distinct categories, which are later used as a basis for the empirical research. Additionally, it shows how taboos can be avoided in everyday use through euphemisms, political correctness and the discussion of disrespect. Furthermore, the master's thesis discusses why taboo topics should be addressed in class and why the English classroom is the right place for such topics. The master's thesis also identifies seven approaches or guidelines for dealing with taboo topics in class. The empirical part begins with an overview of the main research objectives, methodology and the analysis of the survey results for three target groups – teachers, secondary school students and master's students of English. The combined results demonstrate the need to address taboo topics within the classroom, as well as prove that taboos can be used as a tool for enhancing student engagement.20232023-10-27 07:45:58Magistrsko delo/naloga152001VisID: 537322COBISS_ID: 173844483sl