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Explore the pedagogical changes, globalization impact, and ICT integration in English language education, focusing on Asia and Bangladesh. Learn about large-scale projects emphasizing communication, culture, and technology. Contact Masuda Khatoon or Kazi Shahidul Islam for more information.
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The Opportunities and Challenges of Introducing Large Scale English Language Programmes Blended Approach to Development 8th International Language and Development Conference, 23-25 June 2009, Dhaka, Bangladesh
English as a Foreign Language – EFL • Authentic use of “native speaker” English is the norm. • Creates division “native” and “foreigner”, “insider” and “outsider”. • Knowledge of native speaking cultures and societies important focus of curriculum. • Curriculum reflects cultural mores of English speaking countries. • Aim is to communicate with native speakers and encourage understanding of the culture.
English as a global language • Recognises that English is now a global language • Notes that most English-based interactions are with other non-native speakers • Focuses on “intelligibility” and recognises some native teacher features unimportant. • Focuses on cross-cultural skills • May take global or local themes as content • Recognises advantages of bi-lingual teaching and teachers. • Leads to different curriculum and materials.
The Opportunities and Challenges of Introducing Large Scale English Language Programmes Blended Approach to Development 8th International Language and Development Conference, 23-25 June 2009, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Changing Teaching Methodology Changing attitude towards Education because of globalization Globalization opening new avenues for knowledge sharing: shift to student centered approach Changes in Technology
Position of English in Bangladesh How is English taught?
Reaching a Large Number of People Through Education Projects English in Action (EIA) • Building on other projects • Teacher development programme - school based • Bringing changes in the classroom • Reaching a large number of adult learners • Components: • Connect • Communicate • Create • Community
The Opportunities and Challenges of Introducing Large Scale English Language Programmes Blended Approach to Development 8th International Language and Development Conference, 23-25 June 2009, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Linking ICT in Education • presentation • demonstration • drill and practice • Interaction • collaboration
The Bangladesh Context Use of Language Lab:
Projects in Bangladesh How does English in Action (EIA) use technology? • Connect : materials uploaded on iPod Touch • Communicate: Smart Phones • Create: Laptops • Community: ICTs
Contact: • Masuda Khatoon • Masuda.khatoon@eiabd.com • Kazi Shahidul Islam • Kazi.shahid@eiabd.com