Voices
Is 'English-only' really the same as immersion? Huma Hasna Riaz Ahmed reflects on how a widely accepted practice in ELT may be oversimplifying a more complex reality.
Adrian Fenton examines digital literacy and shares examples and insights from the recent micro:bit Live event in Barcelona.
To mark Five Films for Freedom 2026, Michael Blyth spoke to the team behind the film Rag Dolls: director Amy Adler, producer Valeria López, and executive producer Ekiwah Adler-Beléndez.
Artificial intelligence is now a part of everyday learning. Mariano Felice looks at the pros and cons of AI and how it can be used as a tool to support teachers and learners.
AI is creating opportunities and risks for learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Nadia Cooke shares a framework to help teachers get the most out of AI.
After ten years of success, the British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund (CPF) has been extended to 2029. Stephanie Grant explains the work of the Fund and why it is important.
Drawing on our Next Generation research series, Rhea Bhandari explores the systemic barriers facing young disabled people and how they're redefining participation and leadership.
Across the UK, international language learning is at a low point. Ruth Cocks discusses the situation in Wales and finds its unique strengths could offer a brighter future for languages.
Teachers might have mastered grammar, but student slang is a whole new language. A new survey has found that 85 per cent of teachers have to look up some of the words used by their students.
Clare Vaughan began her career as a teacher in Wales, going on to spend 20 years preserving and promoting the Welsh language in Patagonia. We talked to her about her adventure.