globalisering, engelsk som verdensspråk, språkvariasjon (World Englishes), kultur og identitet
How did English become a world language? Trace the main historical steps and explain what makes English unique today.
What are 'World Englishes'? Give examples from at least two countries where English is spoken differently from Standard British or American English.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie talks about 'the danger of a single story'. What does she mean, and why is this concept relevant to how we talk about the English-speaking world?
Why did English become a global language?
What are 'World Englishes', and how do they differ from each other?
Discuss the role of English in postcolonial countries. is it a tool of liberation or oppression?
How has English influenced Norwegian, and how do you feel about that influence?
How is climate change covered in English-language media compared to Norwegian media?
What role do English-language films and TV play in shaping global youth identity?
Discuss climate change as it affects English-speaking countries differently. Australia, Bangladesh, USA, Kenya, UK.