EdQual Policy Brief No. 2. The impact of language of instruction, teacher training and textbooks on quality of learning in Africa.

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2010
Country:
Tanzania, Ghana
Document Type:
Briefing
Theme:
Education
Authors:
Clegg, J.

Abstract

This policy brief supports arguments to extend quality mother-tongue education and suggests changes to teacher education/ development and textbook readability to address the impact of language of instruction. It draws on EdQual research that shows how the language used in classrooms impacts on teaching strategies.

Citation

Bristol, UK: EdQual. 4 pp.

EdQual Policy Brief No. 2. The impact of language of instruction, teacher training and textbooks on quality of learning in Africa.

Published 1 January 2010
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