Abstract: The object of this study is the bilingual education system in the Republic of Ecuador. The subject of the study is the influence of this educational system on the formation of the cultural identity of representatives of the local indigenous population. The paper examines the role of bilingual education in the preservation and transmission of cultural values among representatives of the indigenous population of Ecuador, as well as its impact on their social integration. Special attention is paid to the analysis of data obtained from a survey of the indigenous population, which revealed the key current trends in the development of bilingual education in the country. The historical context of the implementation of this educational system and related challenges are also considered. Within the framework of the study, bilingual education is understood as an important tool for maintaining cultural and linguistic diversity in Ecuador, the main task of which is to improve the quality of education in indigenous languages. The research methods include: a sociological survey aimed at collecting data on the perception of bilingual education in the indigenous communities of Ecuador; quantitative and qualitative methods aimed at identifying statistical patterns and interpreting the opinions of respondents. A content analysis of educational materials and programs is also carried out in order to assess the degree of integration of autochthonous languages into the educational process. The results of the study show that bilingual education, taking into account the interests of all indigenous peoples, plays a crucial role in strengthening their socio-cultural identity and status in society. It is also emphasized that true inclusivity of education can be achieved only with proper funding from the government and adequate training of teaching staff. The novelty of the conducted research lies in an integrated approach to studying the impact of bilingual education on the cultural identity and social integration of the indigenous population of Ecuador with the analysis of relevant data obtained through a survey of representatives of autochthonous communities. This allowed not only to study the historical context of the formation of the local educational environment, but also helped to identify some current trends in the development of bilingual education in the country. The study highlights the need for further modernization and improvement of the Ecuadorian bilingual education system, since it acts not only as a means of preserving the cultural heritage of indigenous peoples, but also as an important tool for the formation of equal rights and opportunities for social development.

Abstract: The subject of this study is the functioning of English-language borrowings (Anglicisms) in the Ecuadorian national version of the Spanish language based on examples of their use in the texts of local mass media. The object of the study is the texts of the Ecuadorian media, in particular news articles published on the websites of the most widely read newspapers in Ecuador. The paper examines such issues as the sociolinguistic influence of English on Ecuadorian Spanish, the frequency and nature of the use of Anglicisms in it, as well as their dissemination through the media. Special attention is paid to the analysis of specific examples of the use of Anglicisms in journalistic texts, which allows us to identify key trends in their functioning. In this study, Anglicisms are considered as one of the factors influencing the development of the Spanish language in Ecuador. The study uses methods of content analysis and qualitative analysis of examples of the use of Anglicisms in Ecuadorian journalistic texts, which revealed the frequency of their use and their role in the formation of modern linguistic norms. The relevance of the chosen topic is dictated by the fact of the increasing influence of Anglicisms on Ecuadorian Spanish. The Spanish language variant, which is widespread in the territory of the Republic of Ecuador, currently seems to be less studied in comparison with the neighboring Latin American variants. Thus, there is a need to conduct a study of the main trends in its development. It follows from this that the novelty of the work lies in the implementation of a comprehensive sociolinguistic analysis of English-language borrowings used in the Ecuadorian media, which contributes to the formation of a deeper understanding of the processes underlying the formation and functioning of the Ecuadorian national version of the Spanish language. The results of the study showed that Anglicisms are actively penetrating into various spheres of Ecuadorian society, acting as a social marker and reflecting the influence of Western culture on the local population.