English language training for teachers
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English language training will be given to basic education teachers starting in August, according to the Ministry of Education.
The training will be carried out in cooperation with the British Council and up to 50 foreign volunteer teachers will lecture at 21 education colleges from September 2014 to August 2016.
“Experts from foreign countries will come and train to improve English language skills of basic education teachers. Detailed plans are also being drawn. Places for foreign experts to stay have already been prepared at each college,” said Aung Ba Thein, principal of Magway Education College.
There are weaknesses in the proficiency and learning of English language in local schools, according to a series of government surveys. Officials suggested bringing in foreign experts to help train teachers and school staff to improve English language skills.
