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ENG506 ||| World Englishes

ENG506 – World Englishes explores the global spread of the English language and its diverse varieties. This course examines how English has developed differently across regions, cultures, and societies worldwide.

Course Introduction

World Englishes focuses on the historical, social, and linguistic development of English in different parts of the world. Students learn how English adapts to local cultures and how new varieties emerge in postcolonial and global contexts.

Course Learning Objectives

• Understand the global spread of English
• Identify major varieties of English worldwide
• Analyze social and cultural influences on English
• Understand concepts of standard and non-standard English
• Develop awareness of linguistic diversity

Major Topics / Syllabus

• Introduction to World Englishes
• History and Spread of the English Language
• Kachru’s Three Circles of English
• British and American English
• Asian Englishes
• African Englishes
• English in Europe
• Pidgins and Creoles
• English as a Lingua Franca
• Future of English Worldwide

Conceptual & Linguistic Focus

• Standardization and variation
• Language and identity
• Power, ideology, and English
• Globalization and English
• Language change and innovation

Practice Areas

• MCQs on World Englishes concepts
• Short questions on theories and models
• Long questions on regional varieties
• Critical discussion questions
• Comparative analysis of English varieties

Exam Preparation Tips

• Learn definitions of key terms clearly
• Understand Kachru’s model with examples
• Differentiate between major English varieties
• Practice writing analytical answers
• Revise MCQs for quick concept recall

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ENG506 World Englishes Questions

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