English for intermediate phase
Write an essay of between 500 – 600 words in which you discuss the idea of separating speakers of English into first, second and home language categories. Based on your experience and your understanding of the process of learning English and using English in the classroom, do you think it is fair to separate the teaching of the English according to whether one speaks it as a first, second or home language? In your discussion, state your views and provide THREE different reasons for the views you have shared. Make use of at least three references to support your argument. Your answer must be presented in an essay format, i.e., it must be written in continuous prose and contain a clear introductory paragraph (in which you introduce the purpose of the essay); three body paragraphs (in which you discuss your reasons) and a concluding paragraph (in which you summarize the key ideas presented in your essay