A number of studies attest to the late language learner's ability to attain native-like outcomes in morphology and syntax, with accent often the only linguistic hint of their non-native status. Nevertheless, some do end up sounding native-like despite a late start. This article explores possible explanations for "exceptional"…

Discusses the recent shift in the use of English by nonnative speakers using English for international communication, resulting in nonnative speakers of the language outnumbering native speakers. Argues that this shift has serious implications for English language teaching pedagogy, principally with regard to phonology and pronunciation.…