The author presents a critical understanding of the dimensions of English teaching and learning in Colombia. The criteria for language teaching is market-based. His reflection leads him to consider their political. economical and cultural aspects; among them, the author states that Die needs of capital determine both the language taught and the way it Is taught.
 How to reference this article:
 Lagnado, J. (1999). The Politics of Language in Colombia and Beyond. Íkala. 4 (1-2), pp. 7 – 13 
