Global Englishes
General
Prefix
ENGL
Course Number
674
Course Level
Graduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Liberal Arts
Description
The evolution of English over the centuries in various cultures. Issues associated with becoming a lingua franca for many industries around the globe, such as education, business, tourism, politics, and scientific inquiry.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Identify and utilize the historical, social, and political aspects of World Englishes that influence second language instruction in the United States.
Outcome
Differentiate between varieties of English and learner English.
Outcome
Articulate and critique the theories explaining the evolution of and spread of English from its origins to its status as a global language today.
Outcome
Conduct graduate level research within the field of Global Englishes.
Outcome
Critique and evaluate various issues and challenges associated with English Language Teaching, English as a lingua franca, and as an international language.