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Enhancing EFL Learners' Native Cultural Awareness via Project-Based Learning

Authors :
Zhang, Danyang
Wu, Junjie Gavin
Source :
TESL-EJ. May 2023 27(1).
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

English language education nowadays is not merely about the instruction and acquisition of linguistic knowledge and skills. Instead, it has progressed to the real-life applications of the target language, which further requires a mastery of cultural knowledge and skills. In terms of culture, English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, compared to native speakers of English, own their unique native culture. Yet, since language teachers tend to focus on the delivery of English cultural knowledge, EFL learners' native culture is sometimes shadowed in the mainstream English classrooms worldwide. To this end, this exploratory paper aims to advocate attention to the importance of EFL learners' native culture awareness and share some practical teaching and learning experiences in an English course called "Multimedia and Foreign Language Learning." The paper outlines the pedagogical design of the course in China, providing classroom examples and practical suggestions to course designers, educators and instructors. We expect to give insights into integrating native culture into foreign language education in university settings.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1072-4303
Volume :
27
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
TESL-EJ
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1392719
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Descriptive