Yasmine Gooneratne says that there continues to be “deep-seated resentment in countries such as India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka” toward English. Why is this so? Where else in the world might such resentment occur? How is growing up as an English speaker in the United States different from growing up with English in India, Barbados, or Jamaica?3. Why is “ writing against English in English” a paradox? Why has writing in English been “a source of anguish” for some South Asian writers? What does their experience reveal about the psychological aspects of language and identity?7. After reviewing the “remarkable developments in the use of English,” Bailey writes that “English is proportionally diminishing in use.” Does this surprise you? Why or why not? What does he mean by this statement? How does the importance of a language differ from its proportionate use? Does Bailey’s claim contradict Crystal’s claims in the preceding selection about English use? After reading the Jackson article, What can a degree in linguistics lead to? Current trends are also related to jobs. Please read the required articles as well as any other sources related to linguistics-related careers and let’s consider what one might do with a degree in linguistics. Crystal: Crystal speaks of some of the mixed feelings about English being a global language. What are those mixed feelings for the native speaker of English? Bailey writes about attitudes towards English. How do non-native speakers of English in other countries feel about English? What are some common attitudes towards English and the recent globalization of English? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of having a global language? What are your thoughts about English as a global language?http://www.theatlantic.com/issues/2000/11/wallraff.htmhttp://www.theatlantic.com/issues/97apr/english.htmContemporary trendsWhat are some contemporary trends of usage in language? What is happening to language in the 21st century? Describe the trends/phenomena with references to articles/readings. Give language examples to illustrate these trends in Language change. What are some factors that influence these changes? Discuss and speculate.
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