The Politics of English Language Education and Social Inequality (Education, Poverty and International Development)

Curious about how English language education intersects with social inequality?

The Politics of English Language Education and Social Inequality delves into the intricate dynamics between language policies and social disparities, focusing on the Indian educational context. This insightful book examines how global pressures and national priorities shape schooling systems and their impact on marginalized communities.

Why This Book is Essential:

• In-Depth Analysis: Explores the historical and contemporary factors influencing English language education policies in India.
• Empirical Research: Utilizes findings from five major research projects to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject.
• Postcolonial Perspective: Applies a postcolonial lens to examine the raciolinguistics of language policies and their implications.
• Policy Implications: Discusses the consequences of ambiguous language policies and their effects on educational equity.

Ideal for:

• Researchers and scholars in education, linguistics, and social sciences.
• Policy makers and educators interested in the intersection of language and social inequality.
• Students studying the impacts of language policies in multilingual societies.

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