Havacılık İngilizcesinde Metaforik Yetkinlik: ESP’de Bilimsel Metinlerin Dilini Keşfetmek

Öz

Here’s the translation to Turkish: Bu çalışma, bilimsel metinleri yorumlamada metaforik yetkinliğin rolünü, özellikle havacılık alanında İngilizce’nin özel amaçlar için (ESP) geliştirilmesine odaklanarak incelemektedir. Metaforik dil, soyut ve karmaşık kavramları iletmek için bilimsel söylemde sıklıkla kullanılmaktadır. Havacılık İngilizcesi’nde, bu metaforların anlaşılması, öğrencilerin teknik terimleri kavramaları ve profesyonel ortamlarda etkili bir şekilde iletişim kurabilmeleri için kritik öneme sahiptir. Araştırma metodolojisi, öğrencilerin teknik havacılık metinlerinde metaforik ifadeleri çözme ve kullanma becerilerini değerlendirmektedir; bu beceri, ileri düzey kavramları anlamak ve havacılık mühendisliği endüstrisinde açık iletişimi sağlamak için gereklidir. Metaforik bilgiye dair veriler, katılımcılara çeşitli metaforik alıştırmalar uygulanan ön ve son testler aracılığıyla toplanmıştır. Müdahale, bir havacılık metninin metaforik dil analizi üzerine yoğunlaşmıştır. Öğrencilere metaforik dili tanıma ve uygulama becerileri kazandırarak, çalışma, onların Havacılık İngilizcesi’ndeki yeterliliklerini artırmayı hedeflemektedir. Bulguların, post-assessment (son değerlendirme) aşamasında iyileşmeler göstermesi beklenmektedir; bu, teknik metaforik terminolojinin ustaca kullanılmasının, havacılık mühendisliği alanında İngilizce öğrenmenin anahtar becerisi olan metaforik yetkinliği nasıl önemli ölçüde artırabileceğini ortaya koyacaktır. Sonuç olarak, bu çalışma, soyut dil ile pratik uygulama arasındaki boşluğu kapatmayı amaçlamakta ve havacılıkta ESP öğretimine daha etkili ve yenilikçi yaklaşımlar geliştirilmesine katkı sağlamayı hedeflemektedir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Metaphorical competence
• Aviation English
• ESP
• scientific texts
• aeronautical engineering.

Metaphorical Competence in Aviation English: Unlocking the Language of Scientific Texts in ESP

Öz

This study investigates the role of metaphorical competence in interpreting scientific texts, with a focus on enhancing English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in aeronautics. Metaphorical language is often used in scientific discourse to convey abstract and complex concepts. In Aeronautical English, understanding these metaphors is crucial for learners to comprehend technical terminology and communicate effectively in professional settings. The research methodology evaluates students' ability to decode and use metaphorical expressions in technical aeronautical texts, essential for understanding advanced concepts and ensuring clear communication in the aeronautical engineering industry. Data on metaphorical knowledge was collected through pre- and post-tests, which involved administering various metaphorical exercises to the participants. The intervention focused on the metaphorical language analysis of an aviation text. By equipping learners with the skills to recognize and apply metaphorical language, the study aims to enhance their proficiency in Aviation English. The findings are expected to show improvements in the post-assessment phase, demonstrating how mastering technical metaphorical terminology can significantly boost metaphorical competence, a key skill for mastering English in aeronautical engineering. Ultimately, this study seeks to bridge the gap between abstract language and practical application, contributing to more effective and innovative approaches to teaching ESP in aeronautics.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Metaphorical competence
• Aviation English
• ESP
• scientific texts
• aeronautical engineering.

Destekleyen Kurum

This study was supported by the Universidad de Huelva and Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, whose resources and academic expertise were essential to the research.

Etik Beyan

This study adhered to ethical guidelines by obtaining informed consent from all participants and ensuring confidentiality of their data. The research was conducted with respect for participants' rights and well-being, and all data was presented in aggregate form to protect privacy. The findings were interpreted objectively to contribute to the field of ESP in aeronautics without bias.

Teşekkür

I would like to sincerely thank Dra. Carmen Fonseca Mora from the Universidad de Huelva and Dra. María del Mar Robisco Martín and Dra. Silvia Molina Plaza from the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid for their unconditional support and guidance throughout this research.

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