Is English Really a Tool of Integration?

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Chapter One
• 1.1 Introduction
• 1.2 Literature Review
• 1.3 Methodology
• 1.4 Data Analysis
• Chapter Two
• 2.1 Socio-economic Background
• 2.2 Language and Identity
• 2.3 English Language Skills
• Chapter Three
• 3.1 Integration and Social Exclusion
• 3.2 Barriers to Integration
• 3.3 The Role of English
• Chapter Four
• 4.1 The Impact of English Language Proficiency
• 4.2 Educational Attainment
• 4.3 Employment Opportunities
• Chapter Five
• 5.1 Conclusion
• 5.2 Recommendations

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research project aims to examine whether English serves as a tool for the social and economic integration of the Bangladeshi community in London. The study explores the relationship between English language proficiency and integration, considering factors such as socio-economic background, language and identity, and barriers to integration.

• The role of English language proficiency in the integration of Bangladeshi immigrants in London.
• The socio-economic background and integration experiences of the Bangladeshi community.
• The relationship between language and identity, and the impact of language maintenance and shift on integration.
• Barriers to integration faced by the Bangladeshi community, including discrimination and social exclusion.
• The impact of English language proficiency on educational attainment and employment opportunities.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One introduces the topic of immigration and integration in the United Kingdom, highlighting the importance of language skills in the process. It outlines the research objectives and methodology, focusing on the Bangladeshi community in London. Chapter Two delves into the socio-economic background of the Bangladeshi community, exploring their language and identity, and their English language skills. Chapter Three examines the concept of integration and social exclusion, analyzing the barriers to integration faced by the Bangladeshi community and the role of English in this context. Chapter Four investigates the impact of English language proficiency on educational attainment and employment opportunities for the Bangladeshi community in London.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary keywords and focus topics include: Bangladeshi community, London, integration, social exclusion, English language proficiency, language and identity, socio-economic background, education, employment, and immigration.