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Native speakers are preferred over non-native speakers in certain teaching positions.
Native speakers are preferred over non-native speakers in certain teaching positions.
True
Native speakerism has been completely eradicated in the English Language Teaching profession.
Native speakerism has been completely eradicated in the English Language Teaching profession.
False
The English Language Teaching profession is considered the only occupation where most individuals face discrimination.
The English Language Teaching profession is considered the only occupation where most individuals face discrimination.
True
There is a growing trend to prioritize non-native speakers over native speakers in English language teaching.
There is a growing trend to prioritize non-native speakers over native speakers in English language teaching.
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Efforts to challenge native speakerism have failed to change hiring practices in the ELT profession.
Efforts to challenge native speakerism have failed to change hiring practices in the ELT profession.
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Native speakerism refers to the equal treatment of all English users regardless of their native status.
Native speakerism refers to the equal treatment of all English users regardless of their native status.
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World Englishes focus on the linguistic features of different English varieties and their social implications.
World Englishes focus on the linguistic features of different English varieties and their social implications.
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Raising awareness of Global Englishes is not considered important in English Language Teaching (ELT).
Raising awareness of Global Englishes is not considered important in English Language Teaching (ELT).
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The concept of English as a lingua franca involves its use as a contact language among speakers of different first languages.
The concept of English as a lingua franca involves its use as a contact language among speakers of different first languages.
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Changing hiring practices for English teachers is a suggested approach to address issues in ELT.
Changing hiring practices for English teachers is a suggested approach to address issues in ELT.
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The emphasis on respecting multilingualism in ELT aims to undermine the significance of local languages.
The emphasis on respecting multilingualism in ELT aims to undermine the significance of local languages.
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The study of ELF strategies includes examining how English is utilized among non-native speakers.
The study of ELF strategies includes examining how English is utilized among non-native speakers.
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There have been no significant changes in language curricula regarding the inclusion of Global Englishes since the 1980s.
There have been no significant changes in language curricula regarding the inclusion of Global Englishes since the 1980s.
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English is primarily used for communication between native speakers.
English is primarily used for communication between native speakers.
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There are more than 70 countries and territories where English has an official role.
There are more than 70 countries and territories where English has an official role.
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Kachru's Three Concentric Circles of English was proposed in 1995.
Kachru's Three Concentric Circles of English was proposed in 1995.
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The rapid spread of English has led to the creation of new varieties of the language.
The rapid spread of English has led to the creation of new varieties of the language.
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ENL stands for English as a foreign language.
ENL stands for English as a foreign language.
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The rise of English as a global language has not influenced language teaching practices.
The rise of English as a global language has not influenced language teaching practices.
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A paradigm shift in English language teaching is called for by many scholars.
A paradigm shift in English language teaching is called for by many scholars.
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English functioning as an international language is one of the terms used in teaching English.
English functioning as an international language is one of the terms used in teaching English.
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The teaching of an international language requires similar assumptions to those of a foreign language.
The teaching of an international language requires similar assumptions to those of a foreign language.
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There is a recognized need to innovate English language teaching practices due to the diversity associated with English today.
There is a recognized need to innovate English language teaching practices due to the diversity associated with English today.
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The ownership of English primarily favors native speakers over non-native speakers.
The ownership of English primarily favors native speakers over non-native speakers.
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The concept of World Englishes focuses on sociolinguistic implications rather than linguistic features.
The concept of World Englishes focuses on sociolinguistic implications rather than linguistic features.
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A shift in models of language is one of the aspects of the paradigm shift in English Language Teaching.
A shift in models of language is one of the aspects of the paradigm shift in English Language Teaching.
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Applied linguistics has only focused on English variations since the early 2000s.
Applied linguistics has only focused on English variations since the early 2000s.
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The repositioning of culture within the English language is a key factor in changing educational practices.
The repositioning of culture within the English language is a key factor in changing educational practices.
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English as an international language examines its spread primarily through cultural analysis.
English as an international language examines its spread primarily through cultural analysis.
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Study Notes
Teaching English in a Global Context
- The presentation content is drawn from Rose & Galloway (2019), Global Englishes for Language Teaching.
Reflection
- Questions for reflection:
- Why do you learn English?
- With whom do you primarily use English?
- With whom do you think your future students will primarily use English?
Kachru's Three Concentric Circles of English (1985)
- Inner Circle: Includes countries where English is a native language (e.g., Canada, USA, UK)
- Outer Circle: Includes countries where English is an official language (e.g., Malaysia, Singapore, India, Philippines)
- Expanding Circle: Includes countries where English is widely used but not an official language (e.g., Japan, China, Korea, Norway, Brazil)
Terms
- ENL: English as a native language
- ESL: English as a second language
- EFL: English as a foreign language
- ELF/EIL: English as a lingua franca/international language
- World Englishes: Multiple varieties of English around the globe
- Global Englishes: The study of how English is used across the world
Current Spread of English
- English is used in over 70 countries/territories
- Global use of English has led to localizations and new language varieties.
Paradigm Shift in ELT
- Views on English ownership need to change.
- Non-native speakers should be emancipated from native speaker norms.
- Culture should be repositioned within the English language itself.
- Models of language and the target interlocutor need to be reconsidered.
World Englishes
- Focuses on the linguistic features of English varieties and their sociolinguistic implications.
English as an International Language
- Focuses on examining implications of English as a global language, with a pedagogical focus.
English as a Lingua Franca
- Explores the linguistic use of English across speakers of different first languages, including sociolinguistic implications.
Calls for Change in Global Englishes for Language Teaching
- Increase exposure to World Englishes and ELF in language curricula.
- Show respect for multilingualism.
- Increase awareness of Global Englishes.
- Include ELF strategies in curricula.
- Show respect for diverse culture/identity.
- Change teacher hiring practices.
Native Speakerism
- Describes the different treatment of English users based on their perceived native speaker status.
- Native speakers often receive preferential treatment over non-native speakers.
- Despite efforts to challenge native speakerism in ELT, it is still prevalent today, especially in teacher hiring.
- The ELT profession may be uniquely associated with discrimination globally, as it is not a native speaker profession in numerous countries.
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This quiz explores the concepts presented in Rose & Galloway's Global Englishes for Language Teaching. It reflects on the use and function of English in different cultural contexts and discusses Kachru's model of concentric circles. Delve into why and how English is learned and used worldwide.
