Bog'liq Toolkit Planning for Language Use in Education Global 08 2015
Table of Contents Tables ............................................................................................................................................ iv
Figures............................................................................................................................................ iv
Boxes ............................................................................................................................................ iv
Abbreviations .................................................................................................................................. v
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... vi
Concepts and definitions ................................................................................................................ ix
1
Rationale for more effective language planning in education ............................................ 1
1.1
Context and benefits ............................................................................................... 1
1.2
Putting research into practice .................................................................................. 2
2
Key factors to consider when planning for language use in education ............................... 5
2.1
Research on language, literacy, and learning.......................................................... 6
2.1.1
Summary of the research ............................................................................ 6
2.1.2
Language models and LOI transition .......................................................... 8
2.1.3
Research implications for planning ............................................................ 9
2.2
Relationship between LOI and the goals of the education system ....................... 13
Recommendations and steps for planning for language use in education ........................ 23
3.1
Conduct situation analysis and assemble country-specific information ............... 27
3.2
Engage a wide range of stakeholders and conduct social advocacy ..................... 29
3.3
Identify pedagogical approach and specific languages to use .............................. 31
3.4
Support language standardization and development ............................................. 33
3.5
Develop curriculum, materials and assessment for target languages, grades
and subjects ........................................................................................................... 34
3.6
Align teacher training, recruitment, and placement with language policies
and practice ........................................................................................................... 36
3.7
Develop and implement a language policy and/or language plan ........................ 37
3.8
Monitor and evaluate outcomes ............................................................................ 41
4
Conclusion: Summary and way forward........................................................................... 42