language teacher assessment, like many aspects of second language teacher education, is changing. to understand factors that are driving the change, such as work of teaching generally, language teaching in particular, and the role of teachers’ knowledge in teaching, this study examined language teacher assessment schemes across the globe. the aim was to arrive at a set of shared beliefs, attitu...

Abstract This article provides a critical analysis of the language policy measures that were taken by Flemish government (Belgium) to improve quality teaching national (Dutch) in compulsory education Flanders and system Brussels. It builds on Van den Branden (2006a) , which documented implementation task-based (TBLT) primary, secondary adult period between 1995 2005. Focusing primary education,...

The purpose of this article is to evaluate the role that colonization played in language education policy and illustrate the need for first language instruction. Using postcolonial scholar Franz Fanon, the reasons for and consequences of using a second language medium of instruction in postcolonial nations are explored. Colonial languages were used to reinforce the imperialistic goals of ...