The World Bank on Language and Education: A Lot More Could Be Done.

Treffgarne, Carew

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Publication Date: 1981-Jun

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The World Bank on Language and Education: A Lot More Could Be Done.

Treffgarne, Carew

Comparative Education, v17 n2 p163-71 Jun 1981

Argues that the World Bank Education Sector Policy Paper (1980) presents a confused and simplistic view of the role of language in education. Advocates a more research-based approach, including cost-benefit analysis of language policy options. Part of a theme issue on the Policy Paper and Third World development. (SJL)

Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Developing Nations, Educational Development, Educational Policy, Educational Research, International Organizations, Language of Instruction, Language Planning, Multilingualism, Position Papers

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Speeches/Meeting Papers

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Language: English

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