English language

Assessing early literacy for English Language Learners is a way for teachers to make decisions in their instructions. Assessments help teachers know if the child is at risk for delays in literacy and learn about what children know and can do. When thinking of assessments, some teachers often use standards as guidelines. “Early childhood teachers often intertwine standards, instruction, and assessment. State literacy standards and assessment practices often help teachers pinpoint instructional…

been many people that invented languages for many purposes. Esperanto is a universal language invented by Dr. Lejzer Ludwik Zamenhof in 1887 through a book called Lingvo Internacia. Dr. Zamenhof is a Russian physician who was seeking a cmmon denominator for different nationalities of the world to communicate with each other. Esperanto is considered international auxiliary language which intends not to replace ethnic languages but to serve as an additional, second language for all people.…

English is an international language and is spoken in all kind of countries both native and foreign language. In addition it is the ultimate spoken language worldwide, and it is measured as a universal language. Also, English has become a vital part of an international society, economy and culture because it has become a worldwide language. All over the earth people know many English words, pronunciation and meaning. Even though, English language is an exciting and active language spoken by…

and language difficulties, be it understanding or expressing their own needs. Through studying Speech and Language therapy (SALT) I hope to become a fully trained and accredited speech therapist, so that I can help to further improve the quality of a child’s communication and life. Throughout my life I have always had a well-founded interest in English, through studying it at both GCSE and higher I have been able to further my interest into a well-developed admiration for the English language,…

Firstly, the situation of English language education in Japan and characteristics of Japanese when they speak English is explained. According to Sankei newspaper article (2014), English language education in high schools is aiming at acquiring practical English skill. Board of education in Osaka is targeting their English language education as practical and put focus on communication for students to keep up with globalization. Also, they have a goal to increase the number of students who can…

While English is commonly used in the United States and spoken widely throughout the world, it is by no means the most prominent language globally. If a student wishes to travel or do business internationally, it is crucial that they have a foundational understanding of other languages. Additionally, the study of foreign languages can enlighten a student into the culture of other nations. It would be ultimately beneficial for all American students to learn a foreign language as part of their…

“Politics and the English Language” Analysis In his essay, “Politics and the English Language,” George Orwell states his critical opinions on the deviation of English, especially when it is deceitfully used in politics. Orwell believes that English is deteriorating alongside our “decadent” human civilization. He is quick to point out that one can’t simply blame it upon an individual writer who spread terrible prose, but in fact this occurrence has certain political and economic causes that have…

The permeation of English language, not only in term of geographical extent but also the domains it covers, has sparked controversy about its potentially imperialist quality. Modiano (2001) refers to linguistic imperialism as a process in which prescriptive norms of English language serve to undermine cultural and linguistic diversity of non-native English language speakers (NNES). However, recently, researchers have shown an increased interest in the concept of English language as a Lingua…

I think George Orwell made a good point when he said “the English language is in a bad way”. However in this generation it is not politics that is affecting our language; it is social media. Websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have all clearly made an impact on the way we speak and write the English language. Social media has become a quick and easy way to communicate. And while it may have its few benefits, it has definitely had its negative effects on society. Emoticons,…

Tyler Martyn AP Language and Composition Summer Reading Assignment Mrs. Hoelzer Part 2: Post-Reading Questions “Politics and the English Language” – George Orwell 1. In writing his essay “Politics and the English Language”, George Orwell simply comes out and states his thesis. He declares, “Modern English, especially written English, is full of bad habits which spread by imitation and which can be avoided if one is willing to take the necessary trouble” (Orwell 707). This statement is the…