Michael West Study Centre

Established on 11 February 2024, inaugurated by Professor Dr. Richard Smith (University of Warwick, UK), the Centre is a hub for advancing English Language Education in Bangladesh through the legacy of Dr. Michael West. It is located at Govt. Teachers' Training College, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

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About Dr. Michael West

Michael Philip West (1888–1973) was a prominent educationist & former Principal of Govt. Teachers’ Training college, Dhaka. He developed many original insights into problems of teaching English in difficult circumstances and became a prolific writer of textbooks for Longmans, Green during the late 1920s and 1930s in order to develop reading skills of the students of the sub-continent. At the end of 1920, Michael West was appointed the Principal of Teachers’ Training College, Dhaka and continued his service till 1932. Through research, he developed a reading method which was widely accepted that time and his ideas are relevant even today. He authored Bilingualism (1926a) and Teaching English in Difficult Circumstances (1960) which were seminal in the field of ELT and Applied Linguistics. The New Method series of textbooks by him continued to get published from 1926 onwards. Under the able leadership of Michael West, the college rapidly grew into eminence, becoming the most widely known teacher training college in the sub-continent.
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Inspired by Dr. Michael West — Dedicated to Future Educators

Our Core Values: Advancing ELT through Innovation, Inclusion, and Integrity

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Commitment to Educational Excellence

We strive to uphold high standards in English Language Teaching (ELT), supporting teachers and learners with evidence-based practices and continual professional development.

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Collaboration and Community

We believe in building a strong academic community where educators, researchers, and students work together to share knowledge, mentor one another, and inspire growth.

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Innovation in Language Teaching

We promote creative and student-centered approaches rooted in research, including the legacy of Dr. Michael West’s pioneering work in reading and language learning.

Empowering English Language Teachers Across Bangladesh

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Why Educators, Researchers, and ELT Practitioners Trust Us

A Centre of Excellence Inspired by the Legacy of Dr. Michael West

We are dedicated to promoting innovative, research-based English Language Teaching (ELT) practices and building a strong academic community for educators in Bangladesh and beyond.

Rooted in Research and Legacy

Founded in honor of Dr. Michael West, a pioneer in ELT, the centre is built on a strong foundation of research and innovation in language education, especially focused on reading and learner autonomy.

Bridging Theory and Classroom Practice

We connect ELT theory with real classroom needs through workshops, publications, and professional development programs, helping teachers implement effective, student-centered strategies.

Collaborative and Inclusive Community

Our centre fosters a vibrant community of English teachers, student-teachers, and researchers who exchange ideas, mentor one another, and collaborate on initiatives that uplift ELT practices nationally.

What Our Members and Participants Say

“The workshops and discussions organized by the Michael West Study Centre have truly transformed the way I approach my English classes. I’ve started using more student-centered methods and seen real improvement in learner engagement.”

– Ms. Sharmeen Akter, Lecturer in English

“Being part of the Centre has helped me grow both academically and professionally. The focus on research-based ELT practices is exactly what teachers in Bangladesh need right now.”

— Md. Harun-ur-Rashid, M.Ed. Student, Govt. Teachers’ Training College, Dhaka

“I attended a seminar on extensive reading and realized how impactful Dr. Michael West’s legacy still is. The Centre is doing an outstanding job preserving that legacy while supporting today’s educators.”

— Dr. Nazmul Karim, Assistant Professor of English Education

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