English as a global language

• Pedagogisch werk
• MBO
• Studiejaar 1

Welcome!

Today 

1. English as a global language 

Goal:

At the end of this lesson you know where English is spoken and why English is a global language. 

What counties do have English as an native language? Name as many as you know!

English as a global language 

- 1.35 billion speak English! The majority aren't native English speakers

- About 360 million people speak English as their first language.

Which flag is this?

1. Irland
2. Ivory coast
3. India

Why do people speak English in India?

1. Because of the spread of English media
2. It was a British colony (Kolonie)
3. It is a native English speaking country

Liberia

United States

Canada

Australia

Ireland

United Kingdom

Jamaica

New Zealand

Where do you want to live?

1. Research a English speaking country you would like to live in:

-Think about climate, culture, food, job opportunities 

2. Discuss with your partner: In which English speaking country do you want to live and why? Give 3 reasons. 

Example:

I want to live in New Zealand because the country has beautiful nature, a sub-tropical climate and the unique wildlife