Cultivating Language and Cultural Awareness in College English Education: Theory and Practice

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhet.202415507

Author(s)

Huijia Fang*

Affiliation(s)

Chongqing Police College, Chongqing, China *Corresponding Author.

Abstract

This paper explores the theory and practice of cultivating language and cultural awareness in college English education in China. It examines the significance of language and cultural awareness within English education, first by discussing the necessity of cultural awareness in language teaching from the perspective of the relationship between language and culture. Subsequently, a theoretical framework for language and cultural awareness is proposed through a literature review. The paper further discusses practical approaches in college English education, including teaching strategies, curriculum design, and teacher competencies. Conclusions are drawn to provide theoretical insights and practical guidance for college English education in China. The research employs methods such as literature review, theoretical analysis, and logical reasoning, adhering to scientific and academic principles. It clarifies the essence of language and cultural awareness and its value in English education, constructs a theoretical system based on both domestic and international research, and explores various ways to implement cultural awareness in college English education. The findings highlight that the cultivation of language and cultural awareness in college English education should be integrated throughout the teaching process, require teachers with high cultural literacy and intercultural communication skills, emphasize the combination of cultural knowledge and cultural awareness in curriculum design, and employ diverse teaching strategies to engage students.

Keywords

College English Education; Language and Cultural Awareness; Theoretical Exploration; Teaching Strategies; Curriculum Design

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