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This selection of British Council publications contains books, research reports and case studies focusing on English language teaching, teacher education and language education policy. The collection includes the English Language Teaching Research Papers series which shares research undertaken in partnership with UK universities and research institutions.

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06 Mar 2012
Using e-learning to develop intercultural awareness in ELT: a critical evaluation in a Thai higher...
This study conducted in Thailand focused on an online course in intercultural awareness and communication.  
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03 Mar 2012
Researching English Bilingual Education
English Bilingual Education is rapidly changing in variety of social and educational contexts.   
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03 Mar 2012
Learning Through English: Policies, Challenges and Prospects
This report is a direct result of the first English Bilingual Education symposium held in Jakarta in June 2009.  
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22 Feb 2012
Computers and learner autonomy: trends and issues
This is a study of the perceptions and practices in the use of computer-based materials beyond the classroom. 
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02 Feb 2012
Tanggap, tiklop, tago (receive, fold, keep): Perceptions of best practice in ELT INSET
Effective in-service training (INSET) is vital for both teacher development and curriculum reform. 
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20 Dec 2011
ELLiE: Early Language Learning in Europe
The ELLiE study provides an insight into the policy for early foreign language learning programmes in Europe.
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24 Nov 2011
Perceptions and Strategies of Learning in English by Singapore Primary School Children with Dyslexia
Learners with dyslexia have difficulties in reading and writing. 
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14 Nov 2011
Confucius, constructivism and the impact of continuing professional development on teachers of...
Viv Edwards and Daguo Li  This paper covers the impact of continuing professional development in China. 
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18 Oct 2011
Investigating Global Practices in Teaching English to Young Learners
The study uncovered a range of factors concerning the teaching of English to young learners globally.
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01 Aug 2011
Bilingual Education Project Spain - Evaluation Report
This study presents the findings of a three-year investigation into the Bilingual Schools project in Spain.
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13 Jul 2011
Directory of UK ELT Research 2009–10
Directory contains over 700 entries from 57 departments or institutions in the UK.
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14 Jun 2011
The benefits of the English language for individuals and societies
What advantages can the English language bring to individuals and societies? 
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16 May 2011
British Council Brazil and the Hornby Trust
This publication consists of papers written by Brazilian ELT teachers and teacher educators between 2001 and 2010. 
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09 May 2011
British Council | EAQUALS Core Inventory for General English
This project may be of interest to anyone involved in curriculum development.
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15 Apr 2011
Dreams and Realities: Developing Countries and the English Language
Global demand for English is continuing to grow. 
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11 Apr 2011
Teacher Development and Education in Context
A selection of papers presented at IATEFL 2010 by the British Council.
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23 Jan 2011
National Development, Education and Language in Central Asia and Beyond
This publication constitutes the edited proceedings of the 6th International Language & Development Conference.
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23 Jan 2011
Language and Development: Africa and Beyond
This publication constitutes the edited proceedings of the 7th International Language and Development Conference.
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11 Jun 2010
The English Language in Development
In this fascinating and very readable paper on English and development.
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01 Jun 2010
English Next India
English Next India was commissioned by the British Council and is the second publication in the English Next series.
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28 May 2010
Young Learner English Language Policy and Implementation: International Perspectives
Whether, when, and how to teach English at primary level.
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08 Jan 2010
The impact on students of British Council teaching centre EFL classes
This study assesses the impact that studying English has on students’ lives.
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16 Oct 2009
Directory of UK ELT Research 2005–08
The Directory contains information on 857 research outputs from 52 institutions.
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06 Jul 2009
The future of English
The future of English? was commissioned by the British Council and written by researcher David Graddol.
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10 Nov 2008
Global citizenship in the English language classroom
This 54-page booklet comprises a collection of papers with contributions from leading researchers on global citizenship.
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27 Feb 2008
English next
English next was commissioned by the British Council and written by researcher David Graddol.
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