Laos may not be a country you think about very often. But in Laos, English is an important language to learn. What’s happening when it comes to teaching English in Laos? Find out in season 2 episode 3 of Language Stories.

Why Teaching English in Laos?

Laos is a relatively poor country, and learning English can make a big difference to people’s lives. It gives them the advantage they need to be able to work in tourism, or even to study abroad, both of which can give them the opportunity to earn more money.

When I was researching language happenings in the region for this season, numerous projects came up in Laos all in some way focused on teaching English. As most were based in Luang Prabang and Vientiane, everything fitted into place nicely.

The Video

The Podcast

Featuring

Laos Learns English – The non-profit organisation Evan and Tanya set up to support Jer and his students. Donations are welcome on their website.

ARDA – Language centres in Vientiane and other towns in the country. Where Rachel works, who we met in the video.

Momobooks – The project Martin Momoda founded that has a whole range of books for Lao speakers, many of which teach English.

EDF – Education for Development Fund, who we met in the podcast for this episode. They work with Momobooks on certain projects getting English taught in rural schools across Laos.

Further Reading + Resources

Big Brother Mouse – a project in Luang Prabang that focuses on getting literacy and books to Lao children.

Star2 article – the story of a German man who devotes his free time in Laos to teaching English.

Live Lingua – Lao lessons if you’re feeling inspired to learn a little of the local language yourself!

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A huge thank you to Lingora for sponsoring season 2 of Language Stories!

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