2025/10/15 by SALMI, Hassane
#Interculturality #diversity #ethnorelative #language teaching #literature #values
paper · doi:10.48403/imist.prsm/-v7i2.48664
In contemporary educational discourse, the imperative of intercultural teaching and learning is underscored by the pervasive interaction among individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Within English language education, teachers increasingly recognise the need to transcend linguistic proficiency alone, emphasising the understanding of cultural differences and values. Language acquisition is intrinsically linked with cultural comprehension, necessitating instructional approaches that foster students’ adeptness in negotiating intercultural communication challenges. Central to this approach is the cultivation of an ethno-relative disposition, which entails embracing cultural diversity while affirming one’s own identity. Literature, particularly narrative texts, offers rich opportunities for pedagogical exploration of interculturality, enabling the development of students’ intercultural competence and fostering a deep appreciation for ‘otherness’. This paper examines the efficacy of literature as a pedagogical tool in this endeavour, addressing pertinent issues and proposing alternative methodologies to create a conducive intercultural learning environment.