There isn’t just one English, there are many Englishes!

Different Englishes and Different Voices

Different Englishes is a look at the major varieties of English in The British Isles plus one of the major, established Englishes of Africa.

The topics covered in the morning session include:

· Different to what? What is standard English?

· Estuary English, RP, BBC and the Queen’s English

· The major national Englishes of the British Isles:-

The Republic of Ireland

Northern Ireland

Scotland

Wales

Subjects examined in the afternoon include:

An overview of regional variations in England and some of the major dialects and accents of England including:-

Scouse

Geordie

Brummie

The distinct dialect of South African English

Course material

Different Voices is a selection of sound clips of various Englishes that will be available to all participants.

The course is based on research carried out in over the past decade.

There is a set of notes to accompany the course

The course is now retired. It is still available by special order. You provide the audience, I'll deliver it.