English Teaching and Economic Growth in Latin America: A Case Study.

Stanfield, Charles W.

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English Teaching and Economic Growth in Latin America: A Case Study

Stanfield, Charles W.

English Language Teaching Journal, 32, 2, 138-43, Jan 78

It is proposed that the economic and educational benefits which derive from English teaching offer local nationalists in Latin America a better justification for foreign language study than the frequently cited allegiance to a liberal education. The situation in Colombia is described. (Author/SW)

Descriptors: Developing Nations, Economic Factors, Educational Benefits, English (Second Language), Language Instruction, Student Exchange Programs

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Identifiers - Location: Colombia

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