Monthly Archives: October 2023

What is Native Speakerism and why does it matter?

31st October 2023

Are the labels ‘native speaker’ and ‘non-native speaker’ suitable and feasible for characterising language proficiency, usage and comprehension? When discussing English, to which nation do these terms relate as ‘native’? Whose English qualifies as ‘native English’? Does being a ‘native speaker’ in the context of English Language Teaching (ELT) lead to enhanced teaching and learning… Read more »

Where does the term ‘earmark’ come from?

13th October 2023

The word “earmark” is believed to have originated from livestock farming and the practice of marking the ears of cattle or other animals with distinctive cuts or notches as a way to identify ownership or designate a specific use. Over time, the term “earmark” transitioned from being associated with physical marks on animals to being… Read more »

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