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Peer reviewedBarrett, Judith – Language, Culture and Curriculum, 1994
Reasons why Kiswahili has not been officially established as the language of instruction in Tanzania are explored. Language background, sociocultural and pedagogical arguments, and comparisons with the use of French Immersion programs in Canada are discussed. Political interests are identified as the primary reason for retaining English. (34…
Descriptors: English, Foreign Countries, Language Dominance, Language of Instruction
