Conclusion - There is such a thing as ‘correct’ and ‘incorrect’, ‘acceptable’ and ‘unacceptable’ usage in the context of English as an international language.
- Where learners use incorrect or unacceptable forms, we should correct them.
With older / more advanced learners I would raise awareness of variants they will encounter. These are acceptable in input. But they should aim for standard forms for their own output. Questionnaire (1) 4=strongly agree 3=agree 2=not sure 1=don’t agree 1. It is important to me to know that I’m using correct grammar when speaking my second language __ 2. It is important to me to know that I’m using correct grammar when writing my second language __ Grammatical accuracy is important because… - …From the point of view of the hearer/reader, inaccuracy, even if it doesn’t affect meaning, is
- distracting
- ‘uncomfortable’
- may lower respect for the speaker/writer
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