Language teaching and assessment in the context of World Englishes
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https://doi.org/10.36505/ExLing-2021/12/0047/000520Keywords:
World Englishes, teaching pedagogy, assessmentAbstract
Today's English is no longer seen as a monolithic entity or a linguistic standard; rather, it consists of distinct varieties. It is the product of multilingualism and glocalization. This change in the global status and usage of English leads to a shift in the traditional paradigm. There is, therefore, a pressing need to rethink new ways of teaching and assessing multilingual English. Theoretically, this paper gives an overview of World Englishes (WEs) and the different issues in teaching and assessment. At the practical level, the study highlights the author's experience in teaching some varieties of English. The results of this study may have pedagogical contributions. The lesson plan and assessment activities can be used as a reference for teachers to create a bridge between theory and practice.
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