ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE AS AN ACADEMIC SUBJECT IN BANGLADESH

Abstract

This paper provides an in-depth examination of the history and evolution of English as an academic subject in Bangladesh, highlighting the crucial role it plays in the nation's educational framework. The significant emphasis on teaching and learning foreign languages, particularly English, is explored. It is posited that Bangladesh represents a unique case in South Asia, where systematic and sustained efforts have been made to embed English into the education system.

This has included the development and effective implementation of unified linguistic policies. As a result, Bangladesh has made substantial progress in integrating English into its cognitive and cultural framework, facilitating the assimilation of new knowledge and contributing to the intellectual and cultural transformation of its society.