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Research publications

Find and download a wide variety of research publications and resource books for teachers, trainers and other English language teaching (ELT) professionals. In this section, you'll find an extensive collection of publications that provide practical insights, perspectives and learning on current issues in English language teaching. These publications will help inform your work and ensure you remain up to date, whether you are a teacher, teacher educator, policymaker or other professional in the field.

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Understanding my learners
Using multilingual practices
Understanding the educational context

Supporting schools and teachers teaching refugee children

This report examines the impact of teacher training on education in refugee-impacted schools, highlighting successes and challenges.

Expressive children in a classroom in Thailand
Understanding my professional identity
Supporting ongoing teacher professional development

Exploratory action research in Thai schools

This report from Thailand showcases the outcomes of an exploratory action research mentorship program, offering insights into English education challenges and effective solutions.

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2022 – 2023 winners

The Master's Dissertation Awards promote achievements of students on UK Master's programmes for work with the best potential for impact on ELT. Find out which dissertations won or received special commendations this year.

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Understanding the educational context

Why won't they speak English?

This report investigates children's anxiety and autonomy during English lessons through the lens of Self Determination Theory and suggests ways to improve learning experiences.

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Using inclusive practices
Adopting inclusive practices

Gender roles in English language textbooks in Japan

This study explores aspects of improving gender equality in the Japanese educational context, specifically English language teaching, by analysing the representation of women in four widely used English language textbooks as well as the intersection of race and other defining human characteristics.