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International Journal of Science Engineering and Management (IJSEM)

Monthly Journal for Science Engineering and Management

ISSN : 2456-1304 (Online)

The Positive Effects of Globalization and Information Technology on English Language Teaching

Author : Dr. E.S.Uma Maheswari 1

Date of Publication :13th February 2019

Abstract: The aim of this paper is to prove that what has made English a global language and outline the positive effects of globalization and information technology on English Language Teaching. Globalization and information technology are two sides of the same coin. Today the whole world can be in one’s palmtop. As a result, the impact of information technology can be felt everywhere – offices, factories, homes, educational institutions, hospitals, railway stations, airports, bus stations, restaurants, grocery shops and so on. Information technology seems to be the master technology at the moment. Even the fine arts cannot flourish without technological props. In such a technology driven world, how can English Language Teaching take place successfully without adapting itself to the changing circumstances? The spread of English plays a major role in the expansion of knowledge. As most of the important books of science, technology and other fields of knowledge are written in English, scholars can enter the large domain of knowledge. So, by learning English, they can become enriched and make their own contribution to knowledge. English is the language of information technology, tourism and travel, international relations and telecommunications. So, opportunities await those who are competent in English. These are the pragmatic value of knowing English which are opened up by the widespread use of English. English Language Teaching is considered to be a kind of service industry. This means that English language is seen as a commodity, and teaching it is a service provided for people. Furthermore, English language is essential to the acquisition of ICT skills. The Global use of English has not only led to the modification of the learning objectives within the communicative approach, but has also enhanced the development of appropriated language pedagogies, i.e. new approaches to English Language Teaching which take into account cultural background and the specific needs of students

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