English Language Skills

In Qatar and Egypt, Education Reform Means Learning In English

Journalism Boot Camp | Posted 08.22.2009 | World


Journalism Boot Camp

English instruction in Qatar's schools, according to government plans, is to tailor students for higher education and jobs in English-language workplaces and universities.

The New Yorker Wants Palin Elected?

Jerry Weissman | Posted 11.13.2008 | Media


Jerry Weissman

Can it be that the magazine would take this position and do it twice in one issue, the current issue -- the very same issue in which it endorses Barack Obama for president?

Democracies Are Driven By Positive Language Skills

John Rember | Posted 11.01.2008 | Home


John Rember

Language really is a tool for creating a better world and Obama has already used it to brighten up things in this country. If he becomes president, he will inspire people to change their lives for the better.