Culture influences the way we think and behave; much of what we think of as “common sense” is governed by culture. As a result, to communicate effectively in a foreign language we must understand the target culture. Unfortunately, most universities offer instruction on foreign language and culture in separate classrooms. In this two-hour workshop, the author began by introducing a theoretical framework for planning a content-based language class on intercultural communication. Participants then explored and experienced numerous experiential learning activities that can be used in their own classrooms.
More information and materials can be accessed at the Gunma JALT webpage.
Reported by John Larson
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