Based on extensive research conducted among teachers in Europe, East Asia, and Latin America. Examines the role of standard language ideology in the formation of ELF attitudes. Critiques current ELT practices and SLA research perspectives. Demonstrates links between ELF accent attitudes and ELF identities. Includes suggestions for making ELT pedagogy, materials, testing, and teacher education more relevant.
1. ELF: what it is and what it is thought to be
2. ELF and standard language ideology
3. Language attitudes
4. Previous research into ELF attitudes
5. ELF attitudes observed in speech and writing
6. ELF accent attitudes elicited
7. ELF and identity
8. Attitude, identity, and the future of ELF