Cross-National Variation In English Educational Terminology: A Linguistic And Pedagogical Perspective
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Educational terminology, English variation, cross-national educationAbstract
Educational terminology in English is not uniform across countries. Terms such as college, faculty, public school, or grade carry distinct meanings in different national education systems, reflecting cultural, historical, and institutional contexts. This paper investigates the phenomenon of cross-national variation in English educational terms, analyzing how shared language diverges in educational usage between the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other English-speaking countries. The study highlights the linguistic, pedagogical, and translation challenges arising from these differences and proposes strategies for standardization and contextual clarification.
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