This book shows how the current spread of English as a means ofcommunication throughout the world gives rise to many questions thatchallenge the way we currently teach. Among the questions it addresses are: - Because of its role as an international language, shouldlearning English be considered and treated differently from learningother second languages? - How are changes in English (in grammar,vocabulary, and pronunciation) affected by its role as aninternational language? How will these changes impact on how wellpeople can understand each other when they use it? - Should speakersof English as an international language aim to imitate native speakers or are there other ways of defining appropriate use? - Should ELTmaterials still use topics related to native English-speakingcultures? Should the methodology they follow reflect the culture oflearning of western countries? If not, what alternative topics andmodels can be used? The book is organized into fiv
