Within the diverse Colombian context, the issues concerning the teaching of English as a foreign language (EFL) call for theories and methodologies entering into the socio-political realms of influence which shape the dynamics of the language-acquisition process. As such, Social Research Applied to English Language Teaching in Colombian Contexts: Theory and Methods takes into consideration a comprehensive analysis of five social phenomena, interpreting their impact, and prompting reflection on alternative strategies for development and growth within the EFL social environment.