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Anglocentrism refers to the practice of viewing the world primarily through the lens of English or Anglo-American culture, language, and values, often marginalizing or disregarding non-English-speaking or non-Anglo perspectives. This term is used to describe a bias that elevates English-speaking countries and their viewpoints over others, particularly in global discourse, education, media, and politics.

Historically, Anglocentrism emerged alongside British imperialism, where British norms and values were exported globally through colonization. In modern contexts, it often manifests in the dominance of the English language in international communication, academia, and business, with English-speaking countries (especially the United States and the United Kingdom) setting standards in many fields.

Critics of Anglocentrism argue that it fosters cultural homogenization and erases the diversity of global voices. In educational settings, for example, Anglocentric curriculums may overlook non-Western knowledge systems or cultural contributions. Moreover, in media and politics, the prominence of English-speaking narratives may limit the representation of non-Anglo cultures and experiences.

As global interconnectedness grows, awareness of Anglocentrism and its effects has led to efforts to promote linguistic and cultural pluralism in international institutions and discourse.

References

1. Pennycook, Alastair. The Cultural Politics of English as an International Language. Routledge, 1994. Routledge Media Company
2. Pennycook, Alastair. The Cultural Politics of English as an International Language. Taylor & Francis, 1994. Taylor Francis book source
3. Jenkins, Jennifer. English as a Lingua Franca: Attitude and Identity. ResearchGate, 2007. Research Gate book citation

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