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English in the world today
Languages

English in the world today

...English become the global force it is today? This free course, English in the world today, explores the status of the language and its worldwide diversity. It looks at how social and political factors influence people's attitudes towards it, and at the relationship between one's linguistic heritage and sense of identity...How did English become the global force it is...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Globalisation and the English language
History & The Arts

Globalisation and the English language

...English language the most, according to Dr Maria Leedham, in this short piece based on the transcript of a phone interview...Over the past 100 years it’s globalisation – accelerated by new technology – that has had the greatest impact on the English language. English is a world language now, the dominant language of science, computing and academia in general. But...
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Article 5 mins
English: Personal Experiences
Education & Development

English: Personal Experiences

...English language influenced your life? How would you define your relationship with English? In this collection these questions are explored by Poet Benjamin Zephaniah, writer Sindiwe Magona, and author Jung Chang amongst others. They discuss the impact of the language; and describe the part English has played in their life. For many of us the language can broaden...
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Audio 39 mins
English: Language of controversy
Languages

English: Language of controversy

...English a force for good? What have been the ramifications of this language’s dominance in ex colonies and also throughout the world? We debate how local languages have suffered as a result of the spread of English and investigate the consequences of its influence on indigenous communities. Language campaigner Neville Alexander provides a South African perspective on...
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Audio 1 hr
Exploring the English language
History & The Arts

Exploring the English language

...English language changed over the course of the last 500 years? What are the social and political contexts that have affected how these changes have come about? This free course, Exploring the English language, will consider the development of the English language from the 15th to the 19th century...How has the English language changed over the course of the last 500...
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Level 2: Intermediate 9 hrs
English: skills for learning Badge icon
Education & Development

English: skills for learning

...English reading and writing skills needed for university success...This course is for anybody who is thinking of studying for a university degree and would like to develop the English reading and writing skills needed to succeed. You'll be introduced to academic reading and effective note-making strategies. You'll develop your essay writing. You'll look at academic style...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Everyday English 1
Languages

Everyday English 1

...English skills or perhaps remember areas you may have forgotten? This free course serves as good preparation for studying the formal English Essential Skills Level 1, which is available in Wales. Whilst the course does not cover all aspects of the current English Functional Skills Level 1 curriculum, available in England, you will learn tips and techniques to help you...
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Level 1: Introductory 48 hrs
Everyday English 2
Languages

Everyday English 2

...English skills and help you to communicate more effectively in everyday work and life...Having good English skills are important for everyday life. In fact, being able to communicate effectively can improve your career prospects or if you decide to continue your studies. This free course serves as good preparation for studying the formal English Essential Skills Level 2,...
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Level 1: Introductory 48 hrs