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Next Generation Lebanon

Amidst a social uprising, economic and political challenges and a global pandemic, young people in Lebanon have their say at a crucial moment in the country’s history.

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Language Trends 2020

July 2020: our annual survey of primary and secondary schools in England, finding out about the current state of language teaching and learning.

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Report on language learning in refugee host communities in Jordan

What are the challenges language learners face in a refugee context in Jordan?

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Digital Engagement with Refugees and Host Communities report – Jordan 2020

What are the influencing factors that enable sustained engagement with digital resources in refugee and host communities in Jordan?

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Next Generation Zimbabwe

January 2020 Next Generation Zimbabwe explores the attitudes, aspirations and needs of young people across the country. It looks at their views on the opportunities available to them, their interaction with family and friends, their values, and how they view Zimbabwe and its place in the world, specifically in light of the change following the 2017 election.

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Boys studying modern foreign languages at GCSE report

A report on the current state of language learning by boys in UK schools.

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Next Generation Ethiopia

Report exploring the attitudes, aspirations and needs of young people across Ethiopia, looking at opportunities, values and politics.

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International perceptions of the teaching excellence and student outcomes framework (TEF): an indicative study

A small research study to gather international perceptions of UK higher education especially with regard to the 'Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework' (TEF).

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Language Trends 2019

July 2019: our annual survey of primary and secondary schools in England, finding out about the current state of language teaching and learning.

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The state of higher education in Syria pre-2011

A report based on interviews with Syrian academics living in exile in Turkey and university staff and students still working or studying inside Syria.

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Language Trends Northern Ireland 2021 - Research Findings

Language Trends Northern Ireland 2021

Discover the key findings from our research into language learning in Northern Ireland

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Read our new report on skill sharing and curriculum use in the Connecting Classrooms programme

Read the ‘Unlocking a world of potential' report from Connecting Classrooms

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Read our reports on English language use in higher education

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