PLACE OF LEARNERS’ CULTURES IN SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHING
Natalia Dankova
Pages: 1-6
Published: 19 Oct 2023
DOI: 10.62991/LIS1996069086
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Abstract: According to the action-oriented approach that currently inspires second language (L2) teaching, learners must be able to perform tasks in the L2 within the cultural framework of this language. The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages mentions that learners must be able to act as cultural mediators between their linguistic community and native speakers. Second language learning is always an invitation to intercultural dialogue. Being able to talk about their own culture is as important as learning about the L2 culture. Second language learning is considered as learning the culture of the L2 and language textbooks give an important place to the cultural aspects of the L2. Some textbooks for refugees, for example, make room for activities linked to the learners’ cultures and offer the possibility of talking about themselves and their country. This paper discusses the place given to the learner culture in the second language acquisition reference documents and L2 classrooms and the importance of using the learners’ native culture and non- linguistic knowledge in second language teaching in adults.
Keywords: english l2 learning, motivation, interest in the cultures of the english language, tool for intercultural communication, perceptions of english
Cite this article: Natalia Dankova. PLACE OF LEARNERS’ CULTURES IN SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHING. Journal of International Scientific Publications: Language, Individual & Society 17, 1-6 (2023). https://doi.org/10.62991/LIS1996069086
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