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'Arabic is one of the world’s great languages.' Image (c) Neil Hester licensed under CC-BY-NC, adapted from the original.
Date
19 March 2015 - 04:00

Why Arabic should be taught in UK schools

Should Arabic join other modern languages on the UK school curriculum? Yes, says Tony Calderbank, who argues that is essential to the UK’s long-term economic and cultural prosperity.

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Teaching, Schools
Benedict Cumberbatch was one of the people associated with contemporary UK arts and culture. Photo (c) Sam, licensed under CC BY 2.0 and adapted from the original.
Date
29 July 2014 - 17:00

Report: What makes the UK attractive to young adults?

So what do people think of the UK? Anne Bostanci breaks down the results of a recently carried out survey

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Publications
'Teachers and students are naturally attracted to authentic texts.'
Date
10 March 2014 - 17:01

How to use newspaper articles in language class

How should teachers use ‘authentic’ texts in class? Author, trainer and teacher Rachael Roberts gives advice on the example of newspapers.

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English language, Teaching
'A large number of students look favourably on overseas study as an opportunity to travel and see the world.'
Date
30 April 2013 - 17:07

What's keeping 80 per cent of UK students from going abroad?

The British Council’s Elizabeth Shepherd delves into new research that explains why some students decide to study abroad while others stay at home.

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Universities and higher education
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