Global Englishes: Varieties and Spread
Exploring the spread of English and the development of localized varieties across the world.
Key Questions
- Analyze how World Englishes challenge the notion of a standard linguistic norm.
- Explain the historical factors contributing to the global spread of English.
- Differentiate between various models of World Englishes (e.g., Kachru's Circles).
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