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Case studies, insights and research

This selection of British Council publications contains books, research reports and case studies focusing on English language teaching, teacher education and language education policy. The collection includes the English Language Teaching Research Papers series which shares research undertaken in partnership with UK universities and research institutions.

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English as a subject in basic education in ASEAN

Download these reports about English language teaching, learning and assessment in ASEAN.

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Using digital technologies
Understanding the educational context
Supporting remote learning

Language teaching experiences during Covid-19

The purpose of this research is to inform the understanding of teachers, trainers, managers and policy makers about the perceived impact of remote teaching on language teaching experiences during Covid-19.

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Supporting remote learning

Guide for teacher educators: How to support teachers online

Download this guide on how teacher educators can best support teachers online.

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English language teaching, learning and assessment in South Asia

Download this series of reports about English language teaching, learning and assessment in South Asia.

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Using inclusive practices

Girls' education and empowerment: Exploring the potential of English language and digital skills

Download this report exploring the potential of English language and digital skills in girls’ education.

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Assessing learning

K–12 Vietnamese learners’ oral peer feedback in classroom L2 task-based interaction

This research analysed learners’ classroom interactions regarding peer feedback frequency and characteristics.

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Understanding my context
Understanding the educational context

Language teachers as agents of cultural relations

This essay focuses on the important role that English language teachers play in promoting cultural relations across the world.

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Understanding my context
Understanding the educational context

English-Medium Instruction in Higher Education in the Countries of the South Caucasus

This report explores the experience of English-medium education in universities of the South Caucasus.

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Using inclusive practices

English language teachers with disabilities: an exploratory study

This report provides an overview of research available about teachers with disabilities working in mainstream education systems.

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Understanding teacher learning

Exploring teacher agency and identity through the Tree of Life approach

Download this insightful report into teacher agency and identity.

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Teaching speaking skills – webinars

Join us on 18 September 2026 for two webinars full of tips and practical activities to help your learners develop their spoken English.

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Why subject knowledge matters when supporting teachers – webinar

Join us on 16 September 2026 to explore how teacher educators can support teachers’ subject knowledge development in English language teaching.

Supporting ongoing teacher professional development

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