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There’s considerable controversy in academic circles around which models and targets of English(es) are suitable for different learners and teachers worldwide. This webinar presents research which addresses these controversies and which sought the views of practitioners on present and future realities as they see them. It will: explore the suitability of available models and targets such as American English, British English, English as a Lingua Franca and ‘local’ varieties like Indian or Chinese English. highlight some of the controversies surrounding available ‘Englishes’.consider which varieties currently are, should be and (perhaps) will be learned in language classrooms around the world. Time – 60 minutes (40 minutes presentation, up to 20 minutes questions). Bio Tony Johnstone Young is Professor of Applied Applied Linguistics and Communication at Newcastle University in the north of England. Prior to becoming an academic he was a language teacher for over 20 years in various location around the world. His research looks at how people’s identities and group memberships influence communication, and his work has been supported by various national and international funders including the European Commision, the British Council and by a Newton Advanced Fellowship.
Author(s): Young TJ
Publication type: Conference Proceedings (inc. Abstract)
Publication status: Published
Conference Name: IATEFL/British Council World Teacher's Day Conference
Year of Conference: 2020
Print publication date: 27/10/2020
Acceptance date: 30/07/2020
Publisher: British Council
URL: https://www.iatefl.org/events/134
