{"product_id":"an-intercultural-approach-to-english-language-teaching-9781788928601","title":"An Intercultural Approach to English Language","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a thoroughly revised, updated and expanded edition of a practical introduction to intercultural education for teachers of English as a second language. It provides a concise summary of the intellectual and pedagogical traditions that have shaped intercultural language education, from ethnography to critical pedagogy and cultural studies. The book offers clear illustrations of the practical impact of these traditions on curriculum design, classroom activities and assessment. As well as addressing developments in the field since the publication of the 1st edition, this new edition also reflects on the impact of online resources for English language education. The book continues to make a powerful case for developing intercultural as well as linguistic competences and will remain invaluable reading for English language teachers across the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe intercultural approach serves to develop language learners’ intercultural communicative competence which is more relevant than ever before in the globally interconnected world. Drawing on current research, the book provides a systematic discussion on the viable ways to apply intercultural approach to English teaching. It contributes much to the field. * Xiaodong Dai, Shanghai Normal University, China *\u003cbr\u003eWide-ranging, multifaceted and interactive, this ground-breaking and engaging work has now been extensively revised and updated. Professor Corbett’s  new edition will ensure that this remains the go-to book for ELT teachers and researchers seeking an authoritative overview of the intersections between English language and intercultural communication for many years to come. * Malcolm N. MacDonald, University of Warwick, UK *\u003cbr\u003eThis is a superb revision of the already splendid 2003 edition. The book has been completely updated by adding new material, redistributing the contents and incorporating recent debates and developments in the field of interculturality in relation to English language teaching. It makes a pleasant and engaging read for a wide audience of both language teachers and scholars. * María José Coperías-Aguilar, University of Valencia, Spain *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book successfully describes the intellectual context and practical means of implementing an intercultural approach to ELT, demonstrating both theoretical and practical significance. For its theoretical significance, it broadens our knowledge of different disciplines [...] One of the most prominent features of this book is its open-mindedness. After each section, there are some reflective questions to guide the understanding of the following section. They prompt readers to reflect on their own educational practices and to interject creativity into the understanding of culture in ELT. \u003c\/p\u003e -- Yufei Ren, Tsinghua University, China * LINGUIST List 33.2870 *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book provides a comprehensive overview of intercultural language education, covering various aspects such as theoretical foundations, pedagogical approaches, cultural awareness, assessment and future developments. It offers a well-rounded understanding of the field, making it a valuable resource for educators and researchers.\u003cbr\u003e In addition, the book is written in clear and accessible language, making complex concepts and theories understandable to a wide range of readers. This approach ensures that the book will benefit both novice and experienced educators in the field of language teaching.\u003c\/p\u003e * Mostafa Morady Moghaddam, Shahrood University of Technology, Iran, International Review of Education (2023) 69 *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eForeword\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003ePreface to the Second Edition and Acknowledgements\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eImage Credits\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 1. Linguistic and Ethnographic Perspectives on Culture\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 2. From Intercultural Communication to Literary, Media and Cultural Studies\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 3. Defining Intercultural Communicative Competence\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 4. Implementing an Intercultural Approach to ELT\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 5. Culture and Conversation\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 6. Developing an Ethnographic Frame of Mind\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 7. Interviewing Skills for the Intercultural Learner\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 8. Virtual Ethnographies: Intercultural Telecollaboration\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 9. Developing Visual Literacy\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 10. Using Literary, Media and Cultural Studies\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 11. Assessing Intercultural Communicative Competence\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eChapter 12. Further Prospects for Intercultural Language Education \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Checklist of questions to promote visual literacy\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Multilingual Matters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51042541830487,"sku":"9781788928601","price":28.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781788928601.jpg?v=1750954563","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/an-intercultural-approach-to-english-language-teaching-9781788928601","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}