«This is a book with a positive mission. It presents the significant work of the Council of Europe on plurilingualism, intercultural competence and democratic citizenship. In a series of chapters, well-known scholars explain the Council of Europe vision of the importance of the linguistic dimensions of learning in all disciplines and for all groups of students.»

Karen Risager, Roskilde University, Denmark

«This timely book helped me grasp the all-embracing view of what the Council of Europe has strived to achieve – guaranteeing quality education for all to produce plurilingual, intercultural and democratic citizens. Many Asian teachers, including myself, share similar concerns and aims, though with some contextual limitations. Now I feel further encouraged to integrate democratic citizenship education into our curriculum.»

Kahoko Matsumoto, Tokai University, Japan

«A deep dive into one of the Council of Europe's biggest educational success stories. This book is an invaluable resource for any education professional in Europe and beyond. It explores the power and role that language and its acquisition have played in building Europe and points to future challenges.»

Villano Qiriazi, Head of the Education Department, Council of Europe