The European Centre for Modern Languages (ECML) is a centre to promote quality language education in Europe and beyond. The ECML’s mission is to encourage excellence and innovation in language teaching and support its member states in the implementation of effective language education policies. It does so by working with decision-makers in member states and bringing together language experts to develop innovative, research-informed solutions to challenges in language education. The ECML recognises the importance of pedagogical approaches, which are
differentiated according to learner needs and to specific language contexts (home/first, second, foreign, regional, of migration, in subjects etc.). The provision of lifelong, quality language education supports not only educational and professional success, but personal development and a sense of selfworth, which in turn contribute to a democratic, socially cohesive and peaceful world.