The crucial role of language in education -- Changes in second and foreign language education -- The growing influence of English in education -- Initial language teacher education : traditions, trends and relevance -- Language teachers' professional development -- Language in pre-service and in-service teacher education for teachers of all subjects -- The perspectives of stakeholders in language education -- Policy making -- Commercial interests in language education -- Language in education, and in teacher education : towards new paradigms.
Summary:
"This book considers the role of language education in a rapidly changing world. Drawing on their extensive experience in language education, the authors consider how students might be supported in developing the language awareness and competences they need in order to participate fully and confidently in our increasingly diverse societies"-- Provided by publisher.
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