INFOGRAPHICS AS A TOOL FOR TEACHING LEGAL ENGLISH
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32782/2410-0927-2025-23-12Keywords:
infographics, visual learning, multimodal instruction, legal English, language skills development, language learning motivationAbstract
The purpose of this study is to explore the pedagogical potential of infographics in teaching legal English, with a focus on their impact on the development of vocabulary, grammar, writing, and speaking skills, as well as student motivation. The research builds on contemporary theoretical perspectives that highlight the importance of multimodality in language education, recognizing that learners construct meaning not only through text but also through visual, spatial, and design elements. In this context, infographics, which combine linguistic and visual modes of communication, serve as accessible, cognitively supportive tools that help learners process complex information, reduce cognitive overload, and build stronger connections between legal concepts and real-world applications. The methodology employed an experimental teaching design, utilizing teacher-generated and student-created infographics as instructional tools. Teacher-generated infographics introduced new material, guided classroom analysis, and supported writing planning, while student-generated infographics facilitated active language practice and oral communication. Students’ perceptions were collected through a closed-ended Likert-scale questionnaire and oral feedback. The topicality of the study lies in the integration of multimodal visual tools specifically within the legal English context, demonstrating how infographics can bridge complex legal terminology with practical language use. Results indicate that infographics enhance vocabulary development, reinforce grammatical structures, support the creation of coherent written texts, and improve confidence in oral tasks. Students reported improvement in their language skills and increased motivation, although some noted initial difficulties with complex visuals and creative tasks. Overall, the study confirms that infographics are an effective multimodal tool for developing language skills in specialized legal contexts and can be integrated into higher education curricula to promote both cognitive and communicative competence.
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