Early language learning in context: a critical socioeducational perspective

In: Early language learning in school contexts, 7

Abstract

Rationales for early language learning in state sector education systems -- Thailand: An educational paradox -- South Korea: A severe case of 'English fever' -- Sri Lanka: language education and peace-building in primary schools -- Equity and multilingual diversity in primary language teaching and learning in Malaysia -- Early language teaching and learning in Ontario, Canada, and Finland: Experiences of bilingualism and multilingualism -- Re-thinking early language learning in state sector education systems.