This paper provides an overview of the development of English in Myanmar. It begins
by tracing the changing role and status of English and Myanmar from the colonial
period, which has had an impact on the current education structure. The paper
outlines the structure of the education system and the recent reforms that reflect
the rising importance of English as Myanmar engages more with her neighbours and the
changing world.
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