British Council advocates language-responsive education to improve learning outcomes
The British Council is calling for more inclusive and context-sensitive language policies in education, arguing that learners achieve better outcomes when education systems reflect the linguistic realities of their communities. In its updated position paper, "Language-responsive education: The British Council's position on inclusive language policy and practice," the institution stresses that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to language in education. Instead, it says countries should adopt policies that respond to their unique social, cultural, political, and historical contexts.
The paper indicated, "Globally, most education systems share a common ambition: to equip learners with the communication skills needed to succeed locally and globally. Evidence shows that inclusive language in education policies helps achieve this goal when they are supported with appropriate resources." The British Council notes that this goal can only be achieved when language policies are supported by adequate resources, trained teachers, quality teaching materials, and appropriate assessment systems. Decisions about English-medium education should be made locally and based on evidence.
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