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New approaches to English language learning

New approaches to English language learning

By Tue, Nov 15, 2011 8:37AM UTC View Comments New approaches to English language learning

English has increasingly become the language of the global knowledge economy, with millions of students moving overseas to study English as a second language. Students’ reasons are often varied, ranging from the desire to explore another country or culture, gaining a competitive edge in the job market or starting on a pathway to academic study....

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The potential of social media for schools & universities in Asia

By Wed, Aug 03, 2011 12:35PM UTC View Comments The SMU's digital media Asia wiki is an excellent example of how educational organisations can make use of the internet and social media to encourage learning and development

I have a post looking at the potential of social media for educational organisations in Asia on the Hong Kong Polytechnic University blog at Asian Correspondent. Social media in Asia watchers may be interested to read about the example of Professor Michael Netzley at the Singapore Management University who makes excellent use of digital media...

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