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Bilingualism in Cuba: Social and Economic Impact of English Among Teachers
Abstract
This chapter considers the impact of English in a context where it is not a predominant language. For decades, the post-revolutionary Cuban government has recognized the importance of English in the economic advancement of the country. Although other world languages, especially Russian, have been promoted in Cuba, English has remained the most popular second language for the Cuban population. How Cuban teachers of English became interested in learning English and factors that contributed to their high level of proficiency in English is examined, and the social and economic impact of this language in their lives is investigated. Obstacles teachers face and their recommendations for ways to enhance English language development in Cuba are presented. Factors that keep them in the teaching profession or could force them to leave are also revealed.
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