Course overview
The focus of this course is on how language and culture are interconnected. The course explores language development as a socio-cultural activity and its implications for ELT pedagogy. Students will be encouraged to critically analyse language in context and how differences can lead to cross-cultural misunderstanding. The students will be expected to explore current debates in language and culture and examine the issues which arise for the ELT teacher.
Course learning outcomes
- Analyse and critically review key research relevant to intercultural competency in ELT
- Examine and investigate issues related to intercultural communication and competency
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