Topic
4 articles
Episode 152 of the English World podcast examines the qualifications and standards for house cleaning jobs. It opens with a question about hiring cleaners and discusses the essential criteria for evaluating domestic workers.
Algeria will teach English before French in primary schools for the first time starting in the 2026-2027 school year, marking a historic shift away from French influence amid strained relations. The move is part of President Tebboune's language reform, which has already expanded English in universities and public signage, though French retains a strong presence.
Many Kenyan students say learning in their mother tongue helps them absorb knowledge better, but English remains the dominant language in education and employment. The story of Lona Chepkemoi and others illustrates the global debate over language of instruction, as UNESCO reports 40% of learners worldwide are not taught in a language they understand well. Kenya's education system faces a dual challenge: effective learning in familiar languages versus the necessity of English for higher education and global opportunities.
Florida has enacted a new law ending foreign-language driving tests and mandating English-only exams. Supporters say it improves road safety, while critics call it discriminatory against immigrants.
