English in the Developing World
In developmental contexts, we need to understand the tensions between the old models of power that saw the imposition of English, the emerging dynamics created by globalisation and the complex factors that constitute people's choices. This requires understanding the full implications of English provision across political, economic
and socio-cultural spheres. This project sets out to understand, and explore fully these complex relationships and identify the full potential of the language in development.
and socio-cultural spheres. This project sets out to understand, and explore fully these complex relationships and identify the full potential of the language in development.
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- Learning English at Six Months Children in Shanghai are learning English as young as six months old: that's pretty early, but what are the implications on learning? from : samjones 11th May 2007
- Kiswahili as a medium of instruction in Tanzania The Tanzanian Parliament has recently debated the idea of English or Kiswahili as the medium of instruction in the entire system of education. This article by Prof. Issa Mcholo Omarimakes the case for English. from : samjones 16th May 2007
- Air China and the English Language In the run up to the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Air China is stepping up its usage of the English Language. According to the Guardian, China's civil aviation regulator issued a statement last month demanding Chinese pilots improve their English. Many Chinese pilots are ex-military and speak little or even no English, though some airlines do now train their new pilots overseas to ensure they have the required language skills. from : samjones 24th July 2007
- English and 'the radiator test' This article in the Jamaica Gleaner makes some interesting points about the relationship between learning English, national identity and professional development.In relation to national identity, the author makes the point that authors like Chinua Achebe in Africa and Jamaican authors have been able to use the English language to tell African and Jamaican stories to wider audiences, giving them a glimpse of African heritage and life. The author also uses what he calls a 'radiator test'... from : samjones 6th August 2007
- Language cop scours Beijing for bad English Preparation in Beijing prior to the Olympics, and efforts to correct potential misunderstandings. from : samjones 13th August 2007