Interlanguage

INTRODUCTION Second language (L2) learning involves a gradual advancement from the learner’s first language (L1) towards the target language (TL). During this process of learning, the learner naturally develops an intermediate language between his L1 and L2. It is neither L1 nor L2, rather a separate...

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Dangers of Global Language

Introductory Comment English has spread across the globe to such a vast extent that it won’t be an overstatement to call it an omnipresent language. It has been adopted as the medium of communication in numerous multilingual countries. Globally it is confirming its place as the language of education,...

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Nathaniel Hawthorne Quick Facts

Nathaniel Hawthorne 19th century American novelist and short story writer Full Name: Nathaniel Hawthorne Birth: July 4, 1804 Death: May 19, 1864 Place of Birth: 27 Hardy Street in Salem, Massachusetts Buried at: Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Concord, Massachusetts Father: Nathaniel Hathorne Mother:...

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Eos

In Greek mythology, Eos (Roman equivalent: Aurora) is the goddess of the dawn. She was the daughter of the Titans, Hyperion and Theia (also called: Euryphassa; alternative spellings: Thea, Thia). She was the sister of Helios (Roman equivalent: Sol), the god of the sun, and of Selene (Roman equivalent:...

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The Models of Teacher Education

The current educational climate is essentially driven by an overriding interest in preparing students to become effective teachers. Therefore, some teacher education programmes have been developed in order to enhance this process. These programmes explore the possible approaches which could encourage...

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