ELT, Gender and International Development Myths of Progress in a Neocolonial World |
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Author:
| Appleby, Roslyn |
Series title: | Critical Language and Literacy Studies |
ISBN: | 978-1-84769-303-7 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2010 |
Publisher: | Multilingual Matters
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $34.95 |
Book Description:
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This book draws on the narratives of white women as English language teachers in the neocolonial world of international development. It explores the paradoxes of language as aid, and questions the mythical power of English to deliver on the promises of a brighter future for the developing world.
This book draws on the narratives of white women as English language teachers in the neocolonial world of international development. It explores the paradoxes of language as aid, and questions the mythical power of English to deliver on the promises of a brighter future for the developing world.