Open AccessWhy are Variation and English as a Lingua Franca Important Tools within the EFL Class?
Author(s) -
Viviana Gallo
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
educazione linguistica language education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2280-6792
DOI - 10.30687/elle/2280-6792/2022/01/003
Subject(s) - variation (astronomy) , english as a lingua franca , lingua franca , linguistics , class (philosophy) , identity (music) , sociology , psychology , computer science , artificial intelligence , art , philosophy , physics , astrophysics , aesthetics
This article focuses on the importance of variation and English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) within the EFL class, as this language shows a plurality of native and non-native varieties. Most of the interactions take place between speakers of different L1, where ELF works as a shared code. Concerning variation, this study highlights how its use allows learners to mirror the cultural identity of their interlocutors by developing extremely effective mutual understanding. Finally, examples of experience-based activities show how the use of communication strategies elicits important life skills, whose development is strongly recommended by Agenda 2030.