Research publications
Find and download a wide variety of research publications and resource books for teachers, trainers and other English language teaching (ELT) professionals. In this section, you’ll find an extensive collection of publications that provide practical insights, perspectives and learning on current issues in English language teaching. These publications will help inform your work and ensure you remain up to date, whether you are a teacher, teacher educator, policymaker or other professional in the field.
Teaching English: A magazine devoted to the teaching of the English language in India, volume 1 number 4
This January 1955 issue of a magazine published in New Delhi is a revealing window on English language teaching relationships the British Council had formed with post-Independence India.
Using multilingual practices
Understanding the educational context
Researching English Bilingual Education
Using multilingual practices
Understanding the educational context
Understanding teacher learning
Supporting ongoing teacher professional development
Learning Through English: Policies, Challenges and Prospects
The use of the media in English language teaching
This 1979 issue of ELT Documents focuses on uses of radio and television in language learning.
Using digital technologies
Computers and learner autonomy: trends and issues
This is a study of the perceptions and practices in the use of computer-based materials beyond the classroom.
Understanding my professional identity
Tanggap, tiklop, tago (receive, fold, keep): Perceptions of best practice in ELT INSET
Effective in-service training (INSET) is vital for both teacher development and curriculum reform.
Understanding my context
Understanding the educational context
ELLiE: Early Language Learning in Europe
The ELLiE study provides an insight into the policy for early foreign language learning programmes in Europe.
Using inclusive practices
Perceptions and Strategies of Learning in English by Singapore Primary School Children with Dyslexia
Learners with dyslexia have difficulties in reading and writing.
Understanding my professional identity
Confucius, constructivism and the impact of continuing professional development on teachers of English in China
Viv Edwards and Daguo Li
This paper covers the impact of continuing professional development in China.
Understanding my context
Understanding the educational context
Investigating global practices in teaching English to young learners
The study uncovered a range of factors concerning the teaching of English to young learners globally.