Voices
They're energetic, enthusiastic and keen to share their language and culture with pupils. Charlotte Ogilvie explains why language assistants are such an asset to UK schools.
Explaining complicated ideas is not always easy. Dr Emily Grossman, an expert in molecular biology, broadcaster and educator, gives some tips on how to do it.
On 24 April 2013, a Bangladeshi garment factory in Dhaka collapsed, killing 1,133 people. Kendall Robbins explains why we need a more sustainable approach to fashion.
Yvonne Luce, a trainer on our professional development courses for teachers, shares a few practical ideas for the classroom.
How can teachers bring modern languages to life in the classroom? Davinia Hardwick, formerly an English language assistant and now Head of French at a UK school, gives us her tips.
Should Arabic join other modern languages on the UK school curriculum? Yes, says Tony Calderbank, who argues that is essential to the UK’s long-term economic and cultural prosperity.
A quiet revolution happened in English primary schools last September, representing a historic curriculum change: language-learning was made compulsory for all children between seven and 11.
As we release our latest app Learning Time with Timmy, Danitza Villarroel explains the importance of learning through play.
What qualities do you need to become a British Council intern and what opportunities can it bring? Nishma Menon spoke to other former interns about the role.
What effect can employing male language assistants have on schools and their pupils? The British Council’s Charlotte Ogilvie finds out.