Carleton University · ALDS 3205

English as a Global Language

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

The origins, development and globalization of the English language. Establishment of Standard English; spread of English in the Inner circle and in expanding circles; world Englishes; linguistic features of English varieties. English as a global language; learning and teaching English as an international language.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): ALDS 1001 and LING 1001 .

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): ALDS 1001 and LING 1001 .
  • Seminars three hours a week.
Reference text in its original language

The origins, development and globalization of the English language. Establishment of Standard English; spread of English in the Inner circle and in expanding circles; world Englishes; linguistic features of English varieties. English as a global language; learning and teaching English as an international language.

  • Prerequisite(s): ALDS 1001 and LING 1001 .
  • Seminars three hours a week.

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