Will Baker è una voce di spicco nello studio della lingua in un mondo globalizzato. Il suo lavoro approfondisce l'intricato rapporto tra cultura e comunicazione, concentrandosi in particolare sull'inglese come lingua franca. Esplora come l'inglese funzioni in diversi contesti interculturali, offrendo preziose intuizioni sulla natura in evoluzione delle "global englishes". La sua ricerca evidenzia l'interazione dinamica tra lingua, cultura e tecnologia nel plasmare la comunicazione moderna.
This Element examines the relationship between language and culture through an L2 in intercultural and transcultural communication. It puts forward the argument that we need to go beyond communicative competence in language teaching and focus instead on intercultural and transcultural awareness.
Rethinking Concepts and Goals in Intercultural Communication
Exploring the complexities of English as a global lingua franca, this book addresses the intricate relationships between language, culture, and identity. It critiques traditional views that link language and culture strictly at a national level, highlighting the diverse contexts in which ELF operates. The text emphasizes that ELF communication is not culturally neutral, as all interactions are influenced by participants, purposes, and histories. New theoretical frameworks are proposed to better understand the dynamic nature of ELF and its implications for communication.
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