On English as an International Language

Authors

Saksit Saengboon

Publication Date

2005-11-01

Abstract

In this position paper, I argue that English as an International Language (EIL) is meant to elucidate the current practice of English teaching, and more importantly to broaden the scope of inquiry focusing on such issues as English language policy, teaching approaches and materials (e.g., use of non-native literature). Being context-sensitive and culture-specific, EIL tries to answer a local question as to what constitutes "standard" English, etc. In addition to a tentative model of EIL, I also provide a list of eminently researchable topics revolving around the notion of EIL.

DOI

10.58837/CHULA.PASAA.37.1.3

First Page

37

Last Page

49

Recommended Citation

Saengboon, Saksit (2005) "On English as an International Language," PASAA: Vol. 37: Iss. 1, Article 4.
DOI: 10.58837/CHULA.PASAA.37.1.3
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/pasaa/vol37/iss1/4