Changes in Goals of English Teaching and Learning

  • Mohammad Sharif Hasanzoy Teaching Assistant, English Language and Literature Department, Faculty of Education, Kunduz University, Afghanistan
  • Zahidullah Abid Teaching Assistant, Pashto Language and Literature Department, Faculty of Education, Kunduz University, Afghanistan
Keywords: Changes; Culture; English as a Medium of Instruction; English for Specific Purpose; Goal; Trends

Abstract

The study explained changes in goals of English teaching and learning from the perspective of English language expert. As English language is used for variety of purposes and goals, the study is intended to explore the changes in English teaching and learning in various societies. The study focused on trends in English teaching and learning, English as medium of instruction and English language and culture. Data was collected from different sources namely Google Scholar, UTM library and ResearchGate as well as the data was analyzed and explained thematically. The findings indicate that globalization and revolution in language regulation like the use of language and its learning initiated a transformation in the sense of individual differences. It is commonly believed that learners are involved with different aptitudes for learning from previously mentioned options.

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Published
2023-06-09
How to Cite
Hasanzoy, M. S., & Abid, Z. (2023). Changes in Goals of English Teaching and Learning. International Journal of Social Science Research and Review, 6(6), 629-636. https://doi.org/10.47814/ijssrr.v6i6.1436