diversity in the english-speaking countries
The focus of culture in English language teaching has traditionally been on the target culture of English speaking countries. However, the new status of English as international language has led to significant changes in the practice of teaching and learning culture. Rather than relying on the paradigm of native speaker competence and target culture, the English language now aims at cultural diversity to develop learners as intercultural speakers in a globalised context.
In many countries English is the dominant language, but does not have official status.
In 2012, there were 88 states in total (60 sovereign states and 28 non-sovereign states).
The term Indigenous is a term that has evolved through international law to acknowledge the particular relationship of the original inhabitants of a country or geographical region to their lands. In Australia, the term Indigenous refers to people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin. The Indigenous community of Australia is diverse and comprised of a wide range of cultural groups speaking many different languages.
In many countries English is the dominant language, but does not have official status.
In 2012, there were 88 states in total (60 sovereign states and 28 non-sovereign states).
The term Indigenous is a term that has evolved through international law to acknowledge the particular relationship of the original inhabitants of a country or geographical region to their lands. In Australia, the term Indigenous refers to people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander origin. The Indigenous community of Australia is diverse and comprised of a wide range of cultural groups speaking many different languages.
Map of English status
Map of nations using English as an official language or as the predominant language