ERIC Number: EJ1126558
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 12
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ISSN: ISSN-1467-5986
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Intercultural Knowledge, Awareness and Skills Observed in a Foreign Language Classroom
Toyoda, Etsuko
Intercultural Education, v27 n6 p505-516 2016
This article reports on findings from a research study conducted in a university-level Japanese course, which utilised intercultural learning approaches, methodologies and techniques. The purpose of the investigation was to assess student intercultural development as conceptualised in Deardorff's Process Model of Intercultural Competence.) The findings suggest that when an appropriate learning environment is provided, component elements of intercultural competence will develop. Emergent conclusions also highlight the importance of external engagement, reflection, scaffolding and training in foreign language classrooms.
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Educational Environment, College Students, Japanese, Intercultural Communication, Reflection, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Teaching Methods, Cooperative Learning, Blended Learning, Diaries, Student Attitudes, Video Technology, Student Surveys, Foreign Countries, Metacognition, Thinking Skills
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia
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