Language Learning and Migrant ‘Integration’ In Scotland: Exploring Infrastructure, Provision and Experiences

Stella, F. and Kay, R. (2023) Language Learning and Migrant ‘Integration’ In Scotland: Exploring Infrastructure, Provision and Experiences. Project Report. University of Glasgow, Glasgow. (doi: 10.5281/zenodo.7885964).

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Abstract

This report outlines the findings of the research project ‘Language learning and migrant 'integration' in Scotland: exploring infrastructure, provision and experiences’ (2019-23). The project focuses on ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), defined as English language education for adult learners aged 16+ (Scottish Government and Education Scotland 2015), although we also explore initiatives not branded as ESOL but related to language learning and/or migrants’ socio-cultural integration. In this qualitative study, we explored the complex landscape of ESOL provision in Scotland through a comparison between Glasgow, Aberdeen city and Aberdeenshire, and considered the perspectives of diverse ESOL providers, decision-makers, practitioners and learners. The research took place in 2020-21; a time when ESOL provision in Scotland was undergoing significant changes in terms of governance, funding and organisation of provision.

Item Type:Research Reports or Papers (Project Report)
Keywords:Migrant integration, ESOL, migrant language learning, education policy, Scotland.
Status:Published
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Kay, Professor Rebecca and Stella, Dr Francesca
Authors: Stella, F., and Kay, R.
Subjects:H Social Sciences > HM Sociology
H Social Sciences > HT Communities. Classes. Races
P Language and Literature > PE English
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Social and Political Sciences > Central and East European Studies
College of Social Sciences > School of Social and Political Sciences > Sociology Anthropology and Applied Social Sciences
Publisher:University of Glasgow
Copyright Holders:Copyright © 2023 The Authors
Publisher Policy:Reproduced under a Creative Commons License

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Project CodeAward NoProject NamePrincipal InvestigatorFunder's NameFunder RefLead Dept
308039Language learning and migrant 'integration' in Scotland: exploring infrastructure, provision and experiencesFrancesca StellaBritish Academy (BRITACAD)SRG19\190770S&PS - Sociology