NNESTs’ (Non-Native English-Speaking Teachers) Impact on the Realm of English as a Foreign Language
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NNESTs, NESTs, EFL, idealization, NNESTs’ features, students’ perceptionsAbstract
The article analyses the ways in which non-native English-speaking teachers (NNESTs) impact the teaching-learning process of English as a Foreign Language (EFL). It is relevant to consider that the mentioned process has been influenced by the idealization of native English-speaking teachers (NESTs). Principally, the present essay aims to provide a detailed depiction of NNESTs’ features when developing the teaching role. This subject matter will be analyzed using students’ perceptions. In the first place, a definition of both speakers will be introduced. Also, the various students’ outlooks will be mentioned and described. Furthermore, the idea of NESTs’ idealization will be explored.
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