Language learning and migrant 'integration' in Scotland: exploring infrastructure, provision and experiences. Executive summary: Key findings and recommendations

Stella, F. and Kay, R. (2023) Language learning and migrant 'integration' in Scotland: exploring infrastructure, provision and experiences. Executive summary: Key findings and recommendations. Project Report. University of Glasgow. (doi: 10.5281/zenodo.7886010).

Abstract

LLAMI (‘Language learning and migrant 'integration' in Scotland: exploring infrastructure, provision and experiences’,2019-23)is a research project funded by the British Academy. This policy brief outlines the key findings and recommendations from the research project, and is supported by our full research report, available at 10.5281/zenodo.7885964. The research project focuses on ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), defined as English language education for adult learners aged 16+, 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)
• 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
• College/School: 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

Project Code	Award No	Project Name	Principal Investigator	Funder's Name	Funder Ref	Lead Dept
308039		Language learning and migrant 'integration' in Scotland: exploring infrastructure, provision and experiences	Francesca Stella	British Academy (BRITACAD)	SRG19\190770	S&PS - Sociology