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What is the approximate number of people globally who are influenced by the English language?
What is the approximate number of people globally who are influenced by the English language?
Approximately 2 billion people
Aside from English grammar, what other aspect of the English language's history is explored in English language courses?
Aside from English grammar, what other aspect of the English language's history is explored in English language courses?
The history surrounding its monumental rise
What is the website mentioned in the text for studying English?
What is the website mentioned in the text for studying English?
What is described as both fascinating and rich in the history of the English language's rise?
What is described as both fascinating and rich in the history of the English language's rise?
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What might stimulate one's interest in studying English at Oxford International English Schools?
What might stimulate one's interest in studying English at Oxford International English Schools?
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What is the purpose of the lesson plan mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the lesson plan mentioned in the text?
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Where can teachers download accompanying teacher's notes for the podcast?
Where can teachers download accompanying teacher's notes for the podcast?
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What is the referred page number for the Proposal Task?
What is the referred page number for the Proposal Task?
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What is the focus of the Proposal Writing chapter in the mentioned course?
What is the focus of the Proposal Writing chapter in the mentioned course?
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What level of English students is the new podcast aimed at?
What level of English students is the new podcast aimed at?
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Study Notes
English Language History
- English is one of the world's predominant forms of communication, influencing over 2 billion people globally.
- Despite its quirks and inconsistencies, the history of the English language is fascinating and rich.
Origins of English
- Studying English involves more than just grammar, with a rich history that has shaped the language.
- English grammar is only a small part of the overall curriculum, which immerses students in a history influenced by various factors.
Resources for Learning English
- A podcast for B2+ level English students and teachers is available on SoundCloud, with accompanying teacher's notes on Facebook or the blog.
- Lesson plans for teaching proposal writing are available, including a Prezi, handout, task, and model answer.
Proposal Writing
- The proposal writing task is featured in the CAE writing paper.
- Resources for teaching proposal writing include lesson plans and a chapter on the proposal writing process.
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Test your knowledge of the history of the English language with this quiz. Explore the origins, influences, and evolution of the language that is spoken by over 2 billion people worldwide.