Elective course- English as a Lingua Franca 3223-AMMS-EC-ELF
The aim of this course is to explore the role of English as a lingua franca and examine its
impact on international and intercultural communication. The course will cover the history
of the spread of English, examine the factors behind its dominant position, and analyze the
consequences of its global use. Furthermore, future prospects of the English language will
be considered in the wake of globalization. Moreover, to investigate its ambiguous nature,
the course will delve into the differences among multiple varieties of English.
With a blend of theoretical insights and practical analysis of phonetics and syntax, the
course offers a comprehensive view of world Englishes. Based on scientific background,
students will critically discuss biases, threats, and challenges associated with the dominance
of English, bearing in mind possible future trends and developments. By analyzing English
through a sociolinguistic lens, students will possess a nuanced understanding of English's
evolving role in a multilingual world.
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Learning outcomes
Knowledge: the graduate knows and understands:
The factors that led to the global dominance of English
The impact of the dominance of English on global culture, science, and education
Relations between language and society
The phonetic differences between the major varieties of English
Skills: the graduate is able to:
Recognize the variety of English upon phonetic analysis
Participate in an academic discussion regarding English as a Lingua Franca
Discuss issues associated with the dominance of English
Express their stance on the status of English based on current research on ELF
Recognize and counteract biases stemming from the global nature of English
Draw conclusions based on research within sociolinguistic concerns
Incorporate research skills to independently explore the role of English in the face of present
and future developments
Assessment criteria
Active participation in discussions based on the literature: 50%
Final project: 50%
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