This book provides a unique assessment of progress in the study and teaching of the English language and literatures in English worldwide. It also provides suggestions for future developments and is consequently of interest to anyone concerned with the policy and planning of English Studies and in particular to all teacher trainers and their students.

The book results from an international conference held to celebrate the British Council’s 50th Anniversary. More than 70 experts gathered to discuss eight themes, each of which was first introduced by two internationally known authorities.

The result is a series of authoritative statements on: The English Language in a Global Context; English Literature in a Global Context; Information and Educational Technology; Teacher Preparation; Learner-Centred Methodology; Literature Teaching; English for Specific Purposes; Key Issues.

(from the back cover of the book)