Languages-Cultures in Dialogue Concepts and Theories for Intercultural Teaching Educational Resource for Master's Level Students

Résumé

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of language-culture didactics, emphasizing the intricate connections between language, culture, and civilization. It begins with fundamental concepts, defining language, culture, and civilization while discussing their interrelationships. The text delves into identity, otherness, social and intercultural representations, and the impact of stereotypes and prejudice. Various methodologies for teaching culture, such as the grammar-translation and communicative approaches, are examined. The book further explores intercultural approaches to language teaching, defining interculturality, multiculturalism, and transculturalism. It highlights communication, cultural competence, and stages of cultural discovery. The text concludes with strategies for assessing intercultural competence, offering valuable insights for educators and researchers.