(Marginalization of non-native English speakers under the dominance of standard English : a case study of non-native English speaking teachers in Australia)

This is a case study on a group of teachers and student –teachers in Australian schools who were carrying the label “world English speakers”. Data through interviews reveal that their English, including their accent and different ways of expressions was not easy to be accepted by school students and peers; their value as intellectual workers are sometimes downgraded due to their imperfect English. This research suggests training organisations create opportunities for world English speakers to improve their English competency and performance, and at the same time native English speakers be educated to adapt to different versions of English in communication