GLOBALIZATION AND THE SPREAD OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Abstract

Abstract 
This  article  provides  an  in-depth  examination  of  how  globalization  has 
facilitated  the  global  spread  of  the  English  language.  It  investigates  the  historical 
evolution of English dominance from the colonial era to the digital age, emphasizing 
the  economic,  cultural,  political,  and  technological  forces  that  have  shaped  its 
international status. The article also evaluates the consequences of English expansion 
for linguistic diversity, cultural identity, and global communication. Furthermore, it 
explores  the  rise  of  'World  Englishes,'  the  transformation  of  English  into  a  global 
resource rather than the property of native speakers, and the challenges this creates for 
education systems around the world. The study concludes by stressing the importance 
of multilingualism in preserving cultural heritage while benefiting from the advantages 
English provides in a globalized society.