Assignment 2
Answer the following question:
1. Consider the perceived image of the ‘native’ and ‘non-native’ speaker teacher within the field of ELT and the impact this has had for teachers in the industry.
Discuss whether there are any real differences between the two groups of teacher within the context of the expectations that L2 learners might have of any second language teacher.
Word Count: 4000 words (+/-10%)
• Ability to discuss and evaluate main theory(ies) 40%
• Reference to key issues in SLA 30%
• Evidence of reading relevant literature around the subject 10%
• Focus on the module’s aims and themes 10%
• Evidence of evaluation / justification / critical thought 10%
