Happy #EnglishLanguageDay ! Such is the genius of #WilliamShakespeare that the words and phrases he coined centuries ago are still part of our daily vocabulary.

Check out our favourite, timeless Shakespearean gems! 🎭 🇬🇧

Source: Shakespeare B Trust Teaching English with Cambridge

Thinking of learning a language? At the British Council we love languages! Here's six reasons to start learning a new language today 🌍🛫🤝

#AlumniUK is a global network for people who've studied in or with the UK as an overseas student.

Offering events, masterclasses, networking opportunities and more.

Join today, it's free and you can enter our photo competition! 🤳📸 (Deadline 1 May): alumniuk.britishcouncil.org

⌛ Deadline to apply for our International Collaboration Grants is 30 April.

If you need help with your application check out:

💻 Our application toolkit: bit.ly/ICG_Toolkit

🚶‍♂️ Walk-through videos: bit.ly/ICG_Videos

❓ FAQs: bit.ly/ICG_FAQs

Crowds flocked to see the opening of the #BritishPavilion at the #VeniceBiennale .

Ribbon cutting deftly performed by artist and filmmaker John Akomfrah and Tarini Malik, Shane Akeroyd Associate Curator for this year's commission!

#ListeningAllNightToTheRain
Smoking Dogs Films

🎙️ Discover why culture is the missing key that could unlock global progress with #OurWorldConnectedPodcast .

Join host Christine Wilson Christine Wilson, with guests United Nations Special Rapporteur UN Special Rapporteur Cultural Rights and consultant Pedro Affonso Ivo Franco.

Listen now: britishcouncil.org/research-insig…

Wow! Our first look at the #BritishPavilion commission by John Akomfrah @smokingdog

Representing the UK at @la_biennale 2024, #ListeningAllNightToTheRain is a feast of sound, light and imagery.

Find out more: 👉 bit.ly/3JgLOyw

📷 Jack Hems #VeniceBiennale

Teachers! 6 June is the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, if you are planning to teach your class about this historic event, we have a brand new education pack for you, commissioned by British Normandy Memorial.

Download here: bit.ly/4902ULK

📣 ⏱ The countdown to the 60th International Art Exhibition at @la_biennale is on!

🔐🏛 So exciting! We're nearly ready to unveil John Akomfrah's #BritishPavilion exhibition #ListeningAllNightToTheRain

👉 Find out more: bit.ly/3JgLOyw

@La_Biennale @smokingdog

Discover more about our #InternationalCollaborationsGrants , and how they have helped foster relationships and connections across borders, in this new research from @Intrac_UK: bit.ly/3VVk8a5

👉 Don't miss out on the latest grant opportunity: bit.ly/43WTYWn

✨ #OurWorldConnectedPodcast is here!

🎙️ Join host Christine Wilson Christine Wilson and guests as we examine the most pressing issues of our time and uncover the human stories behind them.

Follow us for insights on culture, connection, and empowerment: britishcouncil.org/ourworldconnec…

🌍✨ Take a journey across #Europe with our 7th Human Stories edition! Discover stories from Estonia, Poland, Turkey, Georgia and Germany, showcasing the incredible impact of individuals, fuelled by the British Council Europe programmes
👉 bit.ly/3PV8XKG

Join #TeachingEnglish on Wednesday 17 April at 16.45 UK time for our #IATEFL 2024 Signature event to hear the latest findings from British Council research into the use of artificial intelligence in English language teaching and learning.
ℹ️ Details: fb.me/e/2dz8sA2Rc

⚖ Poll of the week!

Has technology made it easier to learn a new language, or has it spoilt us for choice?

💬 Discuss.

#LanguageLearning #edtechchat

📣 Teachers - Could a language assistant benefit your school? We think so! In our video hear from senior leaders, language assistants and students.

Open to schools, colleges and universities.
More details 👉 britishcouncil.org/school-resourc…

According to UNESCO, less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women, and only 30% choose STEM fields.

Use your Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths expertise to study a UK master's degree with our Women in STEM scholarships.

* Criteria apply: britishcouncil.org/study-work-abr…