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.

Native and non-native speaker

Assignment 2

Answer the following question:

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.