Research on How English Teachers Meet the Challenge of Creating a Learner-centred, Communicative, Intercultural Classroom to Achieve Optimal Student Learning Outcomes_Vol. 1 No. 2 (JMSD 2024)_Journal of Management and Social Development (ISSN: 3005-5741)

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Research on How English Teachers Meet the Challenge of Creating a Learner-centred, Communicative, Intercultural Classroom to Achieve Optimal Student Learning Outcomes

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jmsd.202412226

Author(s)

Shiqi Cai

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School of Foreign Languages, Guangzhou College of Commerce, Guangdong, China

Abstract

This essay explores the challenge faced by English teachers in creating a learner-cantered and intercultural language classroom. The key areas include autonomous learning, communicative language teaching (CLT), and intercultural language learning. The paper emphasizes the multifaceted nature of learners' autonomy, the shift to CLT for a more learner-centered approach, and the integration of cultural elements for intercultural competence. Educational implications highlight the role of motivation, meaningful classroom tasks, and the use of online resources. The conclusion emphasizes the shift to intercultural communicative competence and the teacher's role in preparing students for global challenges.

Keywords

Learner Autonomy; Communicative Language Teaching (CLT); Intercultural Competence

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