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Carter, Ronald – English in Education, 1993
Examines language, culture, and the curriculum from a linguistic perspective. Comments on the nature of language and its relation to society. Juxtaposes these ideas with the aims of governments trying to control a culturally diverse population. Claims that the imposition of "proper language" is one way governments silence minority…
Descriptors: British National Curriculum, English Curriculum, English Instruction, Foreign Countries