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Erling, Elizabeth J.; Adinolfi, Lina; Hultgren, Anna Kristina; Buckler, Alison and Mukorera, Mark
(2016).
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/03050068.2016.1185254
Abstract
This paper reports on a rigorous literature review of research into medium of instruction in Ghana and India, whose language-in-education policies represent two contrasting models of use of local languages and the development of competence in English. The paper begins by briefly overviewing the language-in-education policy in these two countries and sets out the methodological approach underpinning this review. It then turns to the initial findings, which are discussed in two parts: the first categorises the three areas of research explored in the empirical studies reviewed, namely the effectiveness of language-in-education policies, problems hindering the implementation of these policies, and attitudes to these policies. The second provides an overview of the recommendations for how, given the obstacles in implementing the current policies, to better ensure the effectiveness of language-in-education policies in Ghana and India. Together these findings show that similar issues arise that contribute to challenges of providing equitable, quality education, and similar recommendations have been put forward as a result. This paper thus provides a valuable overview of key issues in the role of language-in-education policies in improving equity and quality in education in LMICs.
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- ISSN
- 0305-0068
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Funded Project Name Project ID Funding Body Not Set Not Set British Council Not Set Not Set Education Development Trust Not Set Not Set The Open University (OU) - Keywords
- Language-in-education policy; multilingual education; medium of instruction (MOI); English as a medium of instruction (EMI); Ghana; India
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Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Education, Childhood, Youth and Sport
Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS)
Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Languages and Applied Linguistics > English Language & Applied Linguistics
Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies (WELS) > Languages and Applied Linguistics - Research Group
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Education
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Innovation, Knowledge & Development research centre (IKD)
Language & Literacies
Research into International Teaching and Education for Sustainable development (RITES) - Copyright Holders
- © 2016 Informa UK Limited
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- Anna Kristina Hultgren